Accident Details
The pilot reported that during the takeoff and initial climb, the airplane drifted to the right of the runway center line. Rudder inputs were ineffective, and the airplane continued to drift to the right, eventually colliding with trees and terrain along the eastern border of the airfield.
Observations
Photographs of the accident airplane during the takeoff roll showed the aircraft in a left crab, right wing-low attitude just as it broke ground. A second picture showed the aircraft well to the right of the takeoff runway at an altitude lower than adjacent treetops.
Post-Accident Examination
Post-accident examination of the wreckage, conducted by representatives from the Federal Aviation Administration (Boise, Idaho, FSDO) and Cessna Aircraft, revealed no evidence of a pre-impact mechanical malfunction or failure.