Incident Summary
A pilot reported that during a wheel landing with full flaps on a private landing strip, the airplane ballooned after the tail was brought down and drifted left. The airplane, described as slow and about 2 feet above the ground, contacted a dirt berm 3 to 4 feet high located approximately 40 feet from the edge of the 38-foot-wide strip. Subsequently, the airplane settled into soft, plowed windrows of farm soil.
Pilot Report
The pilot stated that a 90-degree right crosswind of 6 to 8 knots was present at the time of the landing. When he attempted to bring the tail down, the airplane ballooned off the ground and began drifting to the left. The pilot also noted the presence of numerous 'dust devils' in the area that day.
Sequence of Events
According to the pilot, the landing was attempted on a private strip. After the ballooning and left drift, the airplane contacted the dirt berm at a low speed and altitude. Following the impact, the airplane came to rest in the soft, plowed windrows. No further details were provided regarding the airplane's condition or any injuries.