Incident Overview
A pilot operating a ski-equipped airplane on a snow-covered lake aborted a takeoff attempt after sensing inadequate acceleration. The pilot, who was conducting a visual flight rules (VFR) local flight under Title 14, CFR Part 91, reported closing the throttle when the airplane did not accelerate quickly enough to clear the trees at the end of the takeoff area. The airplane subsequently slid into the trees, resulting in structural damage to the wings and fuselage.
Pilot Statement
According to the pilot, no mechanical problems were noted during earlier flights that day. However, the pilot expressed a belief that the engine may not have been producing full power during the accident takeoff. The pilot did not provide additional information regarding what might have precipitated the perceived loss of engine power.
Investigation Status
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) did not examine the airplane. No further information was provided by the pilot, and the circumstances surrounding the incident remain as described by the pilot's account.