Event Summary
During an attempted landing on a 5,001-foot long, 100-foot wide runway, the pilot experienced two bounces and decided to abort the landing. He applied full power, retracted the landing gear and flaps. Subsequently, the airplane settled onto the runway, departed the left side, struck runway lights, and incurred substantial damage to the underside of the airframe.
Pilot Report
The pilot reported that there were no mechanical deficiencies with the airplane. When asked how this accident could have been prevented, he explained that a positive rate of climb must be established before the gear and flaps are retracted.
Damage
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the underside of the airframe as a result of striking runway lights during the runway excursion.