Incident Overview
A pilot reported that during a three-point landing on runway 11, the right main landing gear lifted off the runway surface. The pilot responded by applying right aileron and left rudder, but the airplane did not respond as expected and began tracking to the right. Deciding to abort the landing, the pilot slowly added power to aid lift to the left wing.
Sequence of Events
Despite the power addition, the airplane departed the runway, traveled down an embankment, and collided with a dirt bank. The pilot and the airport's Automated Surface Observing System (ASOS) both reported the wind as coming from 140 degrees at 4 knots. The pilot's account indicates that the loss of directional control occurred after the right gear lifted, and the subsequent control inputs did not prevent the excursion.
Investigation Findings
No determination of probable cause has been provided in the source. The investigation would likely examine factors such as wind conditions, control inputs, and the aircraft's handling characteristics during the aborted landing. The airport's ASOS data corroborated the pilot's wind report.
Conclusion
The aircraft sustained damage from the collision with the dirt bank. No information on injuries or the extent of damage is available from the source. The incident highlights a loss of control during the landing roll leading to a runway excursion.