Accident Summary
A solo student pilot was practicing touch-and-go landings on a dry, paved runway. During one landing, after touching down and applying full engine power for takeoff, the airplane veered to the left and departed the left side of the runway. The pilot aborted the takeoff, but before the aircraft could stop, the right main wheel struck a sign post. The impact caused the right main landing gear to collapse, and the right wing subsequently struck the ground.
Sequence of Events
According to the student pilot, the accident occurred after a normal landing. As he applied full engine power for the subsequent takeoff, the airplane unexpectedly veered left. Despite aborting the takeoff, the aircraft continued leftward off the runway surface. The right main wheel contacted a sign post, leading to the collapse of the right main landing gear. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical anomalies with the airplane.
Aircraft Damage
The airplane sustained substantial damage, specifically to the right main landing gear and the right wing. The right wing striking the ground resulted in structural damage requiring significant repair.