Incident Overview
While landing on Runway 6, a 4,000-foot-long, 60-foot-wide asphalt runway, the airplane began to veer to the left. The pilot attempted a go-around, but the airplane departed the left side of the runway, where it struck rocks and bushes. It then entered a gully and came to rest about 350 feet before the departure end of the runway.
Pilot Statement
The pilot stated that he did not experience any mechanical problems with the airplane during the incident.
Weather Conditions
Winds reported at an airport about 18 miles south of the accident site were from 320 degrees at 11 knots with gusts to 16 knots. Additionally, a witness reported that at the time of the accident, the crosswind was 'strong and gusty.'
Location and Runway Details
The accident occurred on Runway 6, which is 4,000 feet long and 60 feet wide, surfaced with asphalt. The airplane came to rest approximately 350 feet before the departure end of the runway, after departing the left side and crossing a gully.