Event Description
The pilot stated that he was performing a touch-and-go landing. During the landing roll, the aircraft encountered a rough section of the runway. This roughness caused the aircraft to be launched back into the air. Immediately after becoming airborne, the aircraft experienced a strong gusting crosswind. The crosswind led to a loss of directional control. The pilot applied full power but believed the engine was not producing its full rated output. The aircraft then hit a tree and crashed.
Pilot Statement
In his account, the pilot indicated that the touch-and-go landing was in progress. The rough runway surface acted as a ramp, sending the aircraft upward. The crosswind that followed was described as strong and gusty. The pilot attempted to compensate by increasing throttle but felt that the engine response was insufficient. The aircraft subsequently struck a tree and came to rest.
Carburetor Examination
After the event, an inspection of the carburetor revealed a significant amount of water present. The presence of water in the carburetor was noted in the examination report.
Regional Wind Data
At a location approximately 37 miles east of the incident, specifically at Jackson, Mississippi, the wind was recorded as 240 degrees at 7 knots. This data point was provided in the source.