Incident Summary
A private pilot and a certificated flight instructor (CFI) were conducting a takeoff from a grass runway. They selected Runway 36, which was 2,000 feet long, based on wind conditions. The pilots employed short/soft field takeoff techniques and calculated a required takeoff roll of 1,200 feet. During the attempted takeoff, the pilot decided to abort after approximately 1,400 feet of roll.
Flight Details
Both pilots reported that the wind was from 330 degrees at 5 knots. An alternative runway, Runway 27, was available with a length of 3,040 feet, also grass.
Takeoff Attempt
The pilots stated that their pre-takeoff calculations indicated a takeoff roll of 1,200 feet. After initiating the takeoff, the pilot aborted the attempt after rolling about 1,400 feet. The reason for the abort was not specified in the report.
Evasive Maneuver
To avoid a berm located off the departure end of Runway 36, the pilot intentionally groundlooped the airplane. The maneuver was performed to prevent the airplane from striking the berm.
Damage
The right wing of the airplane struck the berm during the groundloop. The impact caused the right main landing gear to collapse. No further damage details were provided.
Available Information
No information was given regarding the aircraft type, registration, engine count, date, operator, specific location, number of occupants, injuries, or time of day. The source did not mention any air traffic control involvement or weather conditions beyond the reported wind.