Accident Sequence
En route to Salt Lake City #2 Airport, the pilot encountered severe wind turbulence. He attempted two landings, each followed by a go-around due to turbulence. The third landing attempt was successful. While taxiing to exit the runway, the aircraft encountered a gust of wind. The left wingtip struck the ground, causing the aircraft to turn 360 degrees and come to rest on the left wing and nose. As the pilot exited the aircraft, a wind gust overturned it.
Damage
The aircraft sustained damage to the left main landing gear and the vertical stabilizer. The right wing was broken at the wing brace, the nose was dented, and the propeller was bent.
Weather Conditions
At the time of the accident, winds were reported at 20 to 25 knots, with gusts of 30 to 35 knots.