Incident Overview
A pilot reported that during a descending turn at approximately 8,000 feet and 200 knots, the aircraft encountered turbulence and a lateral gust. This caused the aircraft to roll to about a 70-degree bank. The pilot initiated a recovery maneuver, but the aircraft had entered a 20-degree nose-low attitude and exceeded the red line speed by 12 knots.
Damage Assessment
After landing, a post-flight inspection revealed minor damage to the right windshield wiper, the right engine upper and lower cowling, and the right main aft inboard gear door. No other damage was reported.
Pilot Actions
The pilot stated that the encounter with turbulence and the lateral gust initiated the roll. The recovery was started but resulted in the nose-low attitude and overspeed before the aircraft was stabilized. The flight continued to destination and landed without further incident.