Takeoff Accident at Clanton-Ware Island Airport (N4517E)

Incident Overview During the takeoff roll at Clanton-Ware Island Airport, the right main gear of the aircraft collapsed. In response to the mechanical failure, the pilot retracted the landing gear to maintain directional control. The aircraft subsequently came to rest in flames. The pilot was uninjured in the incident, while the aircraft was written off. ## Official Findings The official investigation determined that the right main gear collapsed for an undetermined reason. No specific cause for the collapse was identified in the findings provided. ## Outcome The incident resulted in no injuries to the pilot. The aircraft sustained significant damage and was declared a total loss, or written off, following the event.