Accident Overview
A student pilot on his first solo flight experienced a loss of control while attempting his second solo landing. The accident occurred when the pilot was unable to maintain directional control in a left crosswind, causing the aircraft to drift to the right. In an effort to avoid departing the side of the runway, the pilot initiated a go-around.
Flight Details
The student pilot was conducting his first solo flight and was on the approach for his second landing. The aircraft encountered a left crosswind that the pilot could not counteract, leading to a drift to the right. The pilot then attempted a go-around to prevent the aircraft from going off the runway.
Accident Sequence
During the go-around, the pilot reported being unable to gain altitude. Subsequently, he raised the flaps. This action was followed by a loss of control, and the aircraft collided with rough terrain adjacent to the runway. The impact caused the landing gear to collapse.
Conclusion
The investigation determined that the student pilot lost directional control during the landing attempt due to a left crosswind. The subsequent go-around was unsuccessful, and the aircraft impacted rough terrain next to the runway, resulting in the collapse of the landing gear.