Incident Overview
During a sightseeing flight, the pilot and a passenger were en route when the pilot decided to execute a touch-and-go landing at a nearby airport. The pilot reported that he did not observe any deer on the runway prior to the maneuver.
Deer Strike
Shortly after rotation, a deer appeared in the aircraft's path. The airplane's left wing collided with the deer, resulting in the separation of the left main landing gear assembly.
Continued Flight and Landing
The pilot continued to the intended final destination. Upon landing, the airplane's left wing tip contacted the ground, and the aircraft subsequently slid off the north side of the runway.
Aircraft Damage
The impact with the deer caused the left main landing gear to be torn off. The subsequent landing resulted in further damage to the left wing tip.