Incident Summary
A solo student pilot was conducting a full-stop landing at a nearby field. On final approach, the pilot compensated for a right crosswind by lowering the wing into the wind. As the airplane neared the flare, the pilot leveled the wings for the roundout and touchdown.
Landing and Runway Excursion
The airplane touched down with a left drift, resulting in the left wheel being positioned off the runway surface. The pilot reported being unable to steer the wheel back onto the runway and allowed the airplane to continue rolling onto the grass adjacent to the runway.
Ground Excursion and Nose-Over
While rolling on the grass, the nosewheel encountered a ditch. The impact caused the nose gear to collapse, and the airplane nosed over, coming to rest in an inverted or nose-down position.