Accident Overview
A pilot experienced a landing gear failure after executing a hard turn during a landing roll on a turf runway. The pilot had visited the airport the day before the accident, walking the runway and noting obstacles at both ends. On the morning of the accident, the pilot flew to the airport and observed that a 4-6 knot wind favored Runway 20.
Landing and Maneuver
During the landing, the airplane touched down approximately halfway down the 1,000-foot-long, 200-foot-wide turf runway. Realizing that the remaining runway length was insufficient to stop before reaching the end, the pilot made a hard left turn. During this turn, the right main landing gear failed.
Runway Environment
Runway 20 was a turf runway with 35-foot trees located at both ends. Additionally, 25-foot power lines were situated at the end of Runway 20. The pilot reported that there were no mechanical deficiencies with the airplane or engine. Weather conditions at a nearby airport included calm winds.