Incident Overview
A pilot reported that during the landing flare, after the main landing gear had touched down, a loud bang was heard. The aircraft then swerved to the right and subsequently to the left. The pilot managed to regain control and taxied the aircraft to parking without further incident.
Post-Flight Findings
Later, the pilot returned to the runway and discovered a 200-pound buck deer lying on the left side of the runway. An examination of the aircraft revealed substantial damage to the right wing. No other anomalies were found.
Examination Details
Inspection of the aircraft showed that the damage was limited to the right wing. The extent of the damage was classified as substantial. No other mechanical or structural issues were identified during the examination.