Incident Overview
On April 2, 1985, a private pilot with limited experience attempted to land at an airport in Kemmerer, Wyoming. The runway in use had a 24-knot crosswind component. The available runway that was more favorable for the wind conditions was closed due to snow accumulation.
Sequence of Events
The pilot made three landing attempts. On the third attempt, the aircraft landed hard and bounced back into the air. The pilot then attempted to go around, but the aircraft stalled, veered off the runway, and collided with a snow bank.
Damage and Injuries
The aircraft sustained substantial damage. The pilot received minor injuries.