Incident Overview
A tailwheel airplane equipped with oversized tundra tires was landing on a hard surfaced runway. The pilot observed a crosswind from the right during the landing flare.
Crosswind Correction Attempt
To correct for the airplane's drift, the pilot attempted to place the upwind (right) tire on the runway first. The airplane touched down on the right main tire initially.
Sequence of Events
The pilot reported feeling some drift after touchdown, followed by the airplane veering to the left. Subsequently, the right wing scraped the runway surface. The pilot was able to bring the airplane to a stop.
Damage Report
Examination revealed damage to the right wing and a flat right main tire. Postaccident inspection of the right wheel assembly found no evidence of any preaccident mechanical anomaly.
Pilot's Reflection
In his written statement, the pilot indicated that the accident could have been prevented through the application of better crosswind landing techniques.