Incident Overview
The accident occurred during a personal flight conducted under Title 14 CFR Part 91. The pilot was landing on runway 14, a gravel strip measuring 1,000 feet in length and 15 feet in width. During the landing roll, the pilot reported that the airplane veered to the left. This deviation from the intended path led to the left wingtip making contact with a tree adjacent to the runway.
Sequence of Events
After the left wingtip struck the tree, the airplane rotated to the left. The rotation caused the right main landing gear to collapse under the stress. Subsequently, the right wing and the horizontal stabilizer impacted the ground. The aircraft sustained substantial damage as a result of these impacts.
Pilot Statement
In a post-accident statement, the pilot verified that there were no mechanical anomalies with the airplane prior to the accident. The pilot did not report any preexisting issues with the aircraft's systems or controls.
Aircraft Damage
The damage to the airplane was classified as substantial. Specific components affected include the left wingtip, right main landing gear, right wing, and horizontal stabilizer.