What happened
During the takeoff roll from runway 17 at Tahlequah Municipal Airport, the pilot lost control of the aircraft. A sudden gust of wind caused the airplane to pitch up to a 25-30 degree nose-up attitude and induced a right roll.
In an attempt to maintain control, the pilot lowered the aircraft's nose. Despite this correction, the airplane drifted toward the right side of the runway. The aircraft subsequently impacted the ground on its right wing and came to rest in an inverted position. No injuries were reported.
Weather conditions at the time of the accident were notable for instability. At 0953, the nearest weather station at Davis Field, located 23 nautical miles southwest of the airport, reported winds from 110 degrees at 14 knots, with gusts reaching 23 knots. Additionally, a witness reported observing "dust devils" near the airport vicinity during the time of the accident.