Accident Overview
A pilot landing at a canyon airstrip experienced a loss of directional control during the landing roll. The right wing lifted, causing the airplane to drift left. The left main landing gear subsequently contacted a rock and separated from the aircraft. The airplane then spun around, resulting in substantial damage to the fuselage.
Pilot Account
The pilot reported that he flew into the canyon where the airstrip is located and checked the runway before landing. He stated that during the landing roll, the right wing went up, causing the airplane to drift left. The left main landing gear then struck a rock and separated. The pilot noted that he had landed at this dirt strip along the Deschutes River on several previous occasions without incident.
Damage
The fuselage sustained substantial damage as a result of the landing gear separation and subsequent spin. No other damage details were provided in the report.
Probable Cause
No probable cause was stated in the source material.