Accident Summary
A private certificated pilot was performing a personal local flight under Title 14, CFR Part 91. During the landing roll, the pilot applied the brakes, at which point the airplane swerved to the left. The pilot found he was unable to maintain directional control using the rudder. In an attempt to abort the landing, he applied power. However, the airplane ran off the side of the runway, collided with a snowbank, and subsequently nosed over.
Pilot Report
The pilot stated that prior to the accident, there were no known mechanical problems with the airplane. He indicated that the loss of control occurred suddenly after brake application, and that his efforts to correct the swerve with rudder input were ineffective. The decision to add power for a go-around did not prevent the airplane from departing the runway and contacting the snowbank.
Investigation Notes
As of the available information, no determination of causal factors has been released. The investigation will likely examine the airplane's braking system, runway conditions, and pilot techniques. However, no analysis or conclusions are provided in the source material.