Accident Details
The pilot stated that the landing was conducted to the south in light and variable winds under visual meteorological conditions. During the landing roll, the airplane swerved to the right. The pilot overcorrected, causing the airplane to ground-loop to the right. The ground loop collapsed the right main landing gear and struck the right wing, bending the rear spar.
Pilot Statement
In a written statement, the pilot acknowledged that he had landed "a little hot" and had not completely stalled the airplane. He noted that he had relaxed back pressure on the elevator and had not "planted" the tailwheel. The pilot further stated that he had been working the graveyard shift for the past seven nights and was very tired. He indicated that he should have gotten a few hours of sleep before the flight. He concluded by saying, "I feel that fatigue and a lack of attention to the job at hand caused this accident."
Damage
The right main landing gear was collapsed, and the right wing sustained damage that resulted in a bent rear spar. No other damage was reported.