Incident Overview
During a landing approach, the pilot of an aircraft experienced a crosswind of approximately 15 knots while on the downwind leg. On final approach, the crosswind necessitated a crab angle of about 15 degrees to maintain the runway centerline. The pilot noted that the wind conditions were smooth and steady.
Landing Maneuver
As the aircraft transitioned from the crab to a slip during the landing flare, the pilot aimed to keep the aircraft aligned with the runway. However, during the subsequent landing roll, the aircraft unexpectedly veered and skidded to the right. Despite the pilot applying full left brake and rudder input, the aircraft could not be kept on the runway surface.
Runway Excursion
The aircraft continued to veer to the right and departed the runway. The nose wheel became mired in mud, causing the aircraft to turn further to the right. As a result, the left wing tip made contact with the ground. The pilot reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions with the aircraft throughout the event.