Incident Overview
A pilot landing at a private sod strip near Dumas encountered a strong crosswind that caused the aircraft to veer off the runway. After departing the runway surface, the right wing struck the ground, resulting in substantial damage to the wing spar.
Pilot Statement
The pilot stated that the crosswind forced the aircraft to veer off the side of the runway. No further details about the aircraft or registration were provided.
Witness Report
A witness at the airstrip informed the pilot that several whirlwinds had preceded the landing. The presence of whirlwinds may have contributed to the challenging wind conditions.
Wind Conditions
Reported winds from the Pine Bluff area, located 40 miles northwest of Dumas, were from 310 degrees magnetic at 12 knots. The reporting station is situated at a distance from the accident site, and localized conditions may have differed.
Damage
The aircraft sustained substantial damage to the right wing spar after the wing struck the ground during the veer-off. No other damage information is available.
Summary
The accident involved a landing at a private sod strip near Dumas, where a strong crosswind and possible whirlwinds were factors in the veer-off and subsequent wing damage.