Incident Overview
A high-wing, wheel-equipped airplane was taxiing northbound for takeoff when it encountered difficulties due to wind conditions. A crosswind of approximately 25 knots was blowing from the east.
Sequence of Events
During the taxi, the airplane's nose wheel struck a small snow bank. This caused the nose of the aircraft to dip downward slightly. Subsequently, the wind caught the aft end of the airplane, lifting it and pushing the aircraft onto its nose. The airplane was then propelled across the ramp and collided with a snowmobile packing crate.
Aircraft and Conditions
The airplane involved was a high-wing design with wheeled landing gear. The wind was from the east at about 25 knots, creating a crosswind relative to the northbound taxi direction. The presence of snow on the ramp contributed to the formation of the small snow bank.
Damage
The accident resulted in the airplane striking a snowmobile packing crate, though specific damage details are not provided in the source.
Investigation
No further information about the investigation or causal factors has been released.