Incident Overview
During a takeoff attempt, an aircraft encountered a gusty crosswind. According to the pilot, as the aircraft became airborne, it seemed to be pushed downward, prompting a decision to initiate a landing. The takeoff was aborted by reducing power, and the aircraft touched down on the runway.
Sequence of Events
Upon touchdown, a gust of wind lifted one wing, causing the opposite wing tip to contact the runway surface. The pilot applied full power to correct the rolling motion. The event resulted in substantial damage to the wing and propeller.
Pilot Report
The pilot reported that after becoming airborne, the aircraft felt as though it was being pushed down, leading to the decision to abort the takeoff and land. The pilot did not specify any other factors.