Introduction
A pilot reported losing directional control during a touch-and-go landing in an airplane he had recently purchased. The aircraft, originally a tricycle gear configuration, had been converted to a tail wheel design. The pilot was conducting the landing to become more familiar with the airplane's handling characteristics.
Accident Details
On the accident landing, the airplane began to veer to the right. The pilot stated he was unable to maintain directional control. Subsequently, the aircraft departed the right side of the runway and went down a small embankment.
Pilot Report
The pilot, who is also an aviation mechanic, indicated that there were no preaccident mechanical problems with the airplane. The aircraft had been acquired shortly before the flight and was being used for practice maneuvers to acclimate the pilot to its handling qualities.
Summary
The accident involved a loss of directional control on landing, resulting in the airplane leaving the runway and descending an embankment. The pilot attributed the event to handling difficulties rather than mechanical failure.