What happened
During the landing phase, the pilot reported performing a normal landing. After the wheels remained on the ground for approximately three to four seconds, the aircraft jerked to the left and became airborne. In an attempt to prevent the nose wheel from bouncing, the pilot applied additional power.
Upon touching back down, the pilot reduced power and attempted to apply small amounts of right rudder; however, the aircraft failed to turn to the right. The aircraft continued to turn to the left, resulting in a loss of directional control. The aircraft subsequently exited the left side of the runway. The impact caused the right main landing gear to collapse, and the right wing struck the ground, dragging through the dirt and causing the right wing and firewall to buckle.
The investigation
An examination of the aircraft revealed that the nose wheel fork and scissors had broken. This damage was consistent with an overload bending fracture. Additionally, S-shaped skid marks were observed on the runway surface.