Incident Overview
A solo student pilot was completing a series of three full-stop landings under 14 CFR Part 91. After the final landing, the pilot began taxiing toward the ramp to pick up his instructor. During the taxi, the pilot lost directional control of the airplane.
Pilot Report
According to the student pilot, he applied too much power and was taxiing at an excessive speed on the runway, which was covered with ice and snow. When he attempted to turn toward the ramp, the airplane began to slide to the left. His efforts to regain control were unsuccessful.
Sequence of Events
The airplane subsequently contacted a snow berm, causing the nose to pitch down. The impact resulted in damage to both wings and the fuselage. No other persons or aircraft were involved.
Damage Assessment
The aircraft sustained substantial damage to both wings and the fuselage. The specific extent of the damage was not detailed in the report.