What happened
While performing a takeoff maneuver, a single-engine airplane experienced a structural failure of its right ski. This mechanical malfunction caused the aircraft to deviate from its intended path on the runway. The plane subsequently veered off the prepared surface and eventually came to a stop.
There were no injuries or fatalities reported as a result of this incident. However, the aircraft sustained significant damage during the excursion and was declared a total loss.
Findings
- The primary factor in the runway excursion was the failure of the right ski during the takeoff phase.