Accident Summary
The pilot reported that during approach to an 1,800-foot long turf runway, the airplane floated approximately 1,000 feet down the runway after power was reduced. The pilot then retracted the flaps and the airplane touched down. Braking action was described as poor, and as the airplane approached trees at the end of the runway, the pilot intentionally ground-looped the airplane.
Aircraft Damage
During the ground loop, the airplane's left main landing gear collapsed and the left wing contacted the runway surface. No mechanical malfunctions of the airframe or engine were reported by the pilot.
Pilot Actions
The pilot stated that after the extended float, he retracted the flaps and attempted to stop using brakes. Upon realizing the airplane would not stop before the trees, he executed a ground loop to avoid a collision with the trees.