What happened
The accident occurred when the aircraft collided with a dirt mound while executing a go-around procedure. The pilot recalled that the wind conditions were variable and gusty throughout the approach. Specifically, the wind sock indicated a crosswind component ranging from 30 to 90 degrees relative to the runway heading.
After touching down, the aircraft bounced on one wheel and subsequently on the other. In response to the unstable landing, the pilot initiated a go-around. During this maneuver, the aircraft hit the ground to the left of the runway before striking the dirt mound.
The investigation
Post-acc examination revealed that the flaps were found fully extended at the time of impact. This configuration suggests the aircraft was set for landing or approach when the collision occurred.
Findings
The primary factors contributing to the accident included the variable and gusty wind conditions which likely caused the bounce during touchdown. The subsequent loss of control or inability to maintain a safe flight path during the go-around led to the collision with the terrain feature off the runway.