What happened
The incident occurred during the takeoff phase of flight on runway 09. As the aircraft accelerated down the runway, it began to veer toward the left side. The pilot attempted to correct the trajectory by closing the throttle, but was unable to bring the aircraft to a stop before it departed the paved surface.
The left main landing gear wheel entered soft soil located on the north side of the runway. At this point, environmental conditions played a critical role in the outcome. Gusty winds blowing from the south lifted the tail of the aircraft. This aerodynamic force caused the aircraft to gently roll over onto its back.
The pilot provided an estimate of the wind conditions at the time of the accident. The wind was reported as coming from 180 degrees with gusts ranging between 25 and 30 knots. These sudden increases in wind speed likely contributed to the loss of control and subsequent rollover.
The investigation
Investigation into the mechanical condition of the aircraft revealed no evidence of pre-impact failure or malfunction that would have contributed to the accident. The focus remained on the operational environment and pilot actions during the takeoff roll.
Findings
The primary factors leading to the accident included the departure from the runway and the subsequent rollover. Contributing elements were the gusty wind conditions and the soft soil surface adjacent to the runway. The pilot's inability to stop the aircraft before leaving the pavement was a key event in the sequence.
Gusty winds were identified as a significant environmental factor. The takeoff phase of flight is particularly sensitive to crosswind and gusting conditions, especially when combined with reduced friction from soft ground.