Accident Details
The accident occurred during the takeoff roll. The pilot reported that as he began the takeoff, he noticed the airplane sliding slightly. He corrected and aligned the airplane with the center of the runway, continuing acceleration. At approximately 75 knots, he rotated the airplane.
After becoming airborne, at about 5 feet above the runway, the airplane drifted to the left. The left main landing gear subsequently struck a snow bank. The airplane then descended, impacting the ground off the side of the runway, and came to rest in the snow.
Injuries and Damage
The pilot and the four passengers on board were not injured. However, the airplane sustained substantial damage.
Pilot Comments
The pilot stated that he believed he did not apply sufficient right rudder to counteract the torque of the propeller after leaving the ground.