Airplane Touched Down And Began Drifting To The Left. Subsequently, The Pilot Attempted A Go-Around

Location: Mojave, California Accident Number: ANC25LA048
Date & Time: June 7, 2025, 17:15 Local Registration: N724SC
Aircraft: Czech Sport Aircraft A S Sportcruiser Aircraft Damage: Substantial
Defining Event: Loss of control on ground Injuries: 1 None
Flight Conducted Under: Part 91: General aviation - Instructional

Analysis: The pilot reported that, while practicing stop-and-go landings, the airplane touched down and began drifting to the left. Subsequently, the pilot attempted a go-around. However, as he added full power, the airplane’s drift worsened. The left wing contacted a runway hold short sign and the airplane departed the runway which resulted in substantial damage to both wings and the horizontal stabilizer.

The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

Probable Cause and Findings: The National Transportation Safety Board determines the probable cause(s) of this accident to be -- The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing roll.

FMI: www.ntsb.gov