Event Summary
A pilot was practicing crosswind landings on Runway 24 when the airplane bounced twice during the landing attempt. According to the pilot, he immediately added power, but then lost directional control of the airplane. The aircraft ground looped to the left. Following the ground loop, the airplane swerved to the right and ran off the runway.
Weather Conditions
Five minutes prior to the accident, the Decatur Flight Service Station reported wind from 210 degrees at 14 knots.
Pilot Account
The pilot stated that he was practicing crosswind landings at the time of the incident. After the airplane bounced twice, he added power, but subsequently lost directional control, resulting in a ground loop to the left and a subsequent swerve to the right off the runway.