Accident Narrative
The pilot, who held an airline transport pilot certificate, was operating the airplane under Title 14, CFR Part 91 for a personal cross-country flight. According to the pilot, during takeoff from an off-airport site, the airplane encountered a bump and became airborne prematurely. As the airplane settled back to the ground, the right main landing gear wheel landed in a depression, causing the right main landing gear to collapse. The right wing subsequently struck the ground, and the airplane veered to the right. This maneuver side-loaded the left main landing gear, which also collapsed, allowing the left wing to hit the ground.
Pilot Report
The pilot stated that there were no known mechanical problems with the airplane prior to the accident. The pilot did not submit the required NTSB Form 6120.1 Pilot/Operator Aircraft Accident/Incident Report.
Damage and Investigation
The airplane sustained substantial damage to both wings. Due to the remote location of the accident site, the airplane has not been examined by the National Transportation Safety Board.