Incident Overview
According to the pilot's report, while performing an engine runup with the aircraft's nose positioned into the prevailing wind, the tail section was lifted by the wind. This caused the aircraft to pivot on the nose landing gear, with the main wheels leaving the ground. The aircraft remained in a vertical, tail-up orientation for several seconds before the wind displaced it approximately 25 feet to the left of the taxiway.
Sequence of Events
After the tail was lifted, the aircraft pivoted on the nose gear. The left wing tip then contacted the ground, and the aircraft continued to pivot around the wing, eventually coming to rest inverted (on its back). The entire sequence occurred during the engine runup procedure.
Wind Conditions
At the time of the incident, the reported wind was 20 knots with gusts to 29 knots, from 180 degrees magnetic. The pilot had positioned the aircraft with the nose into these winds, but the wind's effect on the tail resulted in the tail being lifted.
Damage
The aircraft sustained damage upon contacting the ground and coming to rest inverted. Specific items damaged are not detailed in the report.
Occupants and Injuries
No information is provided regarding the number of occupants or whether any injuries occurred. The pilot's statement does not include these details.