What happened
The pilot reported that the wind was varying plus or minus 30 degrees from 200 degrees at 10 knots gusting to 25 knots. During the takeoff roll on runway 29, the aircraft encountered a gust of wind. The aircraft swerved and the pilot recovered, but the aircraft encountered another gust which raised the left wing. Subsequently, the right wingtip contacted the ground and the aircraft flipped over.
The investigation
The investigation focused on the weather conditions and the aircraft's response to the wind gusts during takeoff. The pilot reported that the wind was varying plus or minus 30 degrees from 200 degrees at 10 knots gusting to 25 knots. The aircraft encountered a gust of wind, swerved, and recovered before encountering another gust which raised the left wing.
Findings
The primary factor in this accident was the wind gust that caused the aircraft to swerve and lift its left wing during takeoff. The right wingtip contacted the ground, resulting in the aircraft flipping over. The pilot's recovery attempt was unsuccessful due to the sudden change in wind conditions.
Safety message
Pilots should be aware of the potential for wind gusts during takeoff and landing, especially in variable wind conditions. It is important to maintain control of the aircraft and avoid over-controlling in response to sudden changes in wind direction and speed.