What happened
The accident occurred during a flight operation involving multiple touch-and-go landings. During the second attempt, the aircraft was approximately 30 feet above the runway surface when approaching touchdown. At this altitude, a wind gust lifted and veered the aircraft to the left of the runway centerline.
In response to the deviation, the pilot attempted to execute a go-around maneuver by applying full power. However, before the aircraft could regain controlled flight, the left wing collided with a tree located near the runway environment. Following this impact, the aircraft fell to the ground in a nose-down attitude.
Witnesses present at the airport provided an account consistent with the pilot's description of the wind conditions and the general sequence of events. However, witness testimony indicated that engine power was added only after the aircraft had already made contact with the tree, differing slightly from the pilot's report regarding the timing of power application relative to the impact.
The investigation
Investigation details regarding mechanical examination or specific meteorological data are not provided in the source text. The determination of events relies on pilot narrative and witness observation.