Incident Overview
A pilot was taxiing an aircraft to a grass-covered run-up area in preparation for takeoff. As the aircraft moved over the grass, a 'snapping' sound was heard, followed by the aircraft tilting backward and to the right. The right wing and the right side stabilizer subsequently contacted the ground.
Damage and Inspection
After the incident, an inspection of the right side landing gear revealed that the right landing gear spring had failed at the mating area of the outside support, which is located inside the aircraft fuselage.
Post-Accident Actions
Following the accident and before notification of the NTSB or FAA, recovery personnel welded the gear leg back into place in order to move the aircraft from the run-up area.
The source provides no further details regarding aircraft type, registration, operator, date, location, injuries, or other circumstances.