Incident Overview
The pilot, who was practicing for her Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) rating, operated the aircraft from the right seat. Before takeoff, she assessed the winds and calculated a crosswind component of 9-11 knots. She executed a go-around on her first approach due to unfavorable wind conditions.
Landing and Event
On the second approach, she applied crosswind correction. During the flare, a gust of wind affected the aircraft, resulting in a touchdown where the left main wheel contacted the runway while the right main wheel rolled onto the adjacent sod. The aircraft then continued to drift to the right, colliding with signs and a weather box.
Post-Accident Findings
After the accident, the pilot re-evaluated the winds and discovered her calculation error: the actual crosswind component was 16-22 knots. She stated that she would not have flown in the higher winds had she been aware of the miscalculation.