Accident Details
The pilot of a tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that, during the takeoff roll, a deer ran onto the runway from the left. The pilot applied right rudder in an attempt to avoid the collision, but the deer impacted the airplane between the left pilot's door and the horizontal stabilizer.
Sequence of Events
Following the impact, the airplane veered to the left. The pilot attempted to recover by applying maximum right brake and right rudder, but these actions were ineffective. The airplane departed the runway to the left, ground looped, and nosed over.
Damage
The airplane sustained substantial damage to both wings, the empennage, and the fuselage.
Mechanical Status
The pilot reported no pre-impact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.