Incident Overview
A private pilot was taxiing an airplane on an off-airport gravel bar. According to the pilot's statement to the NTSB investigator-in-charge, he was "taxiing pretty fast" while concentrating on a gusty tailwind. During the taxi, the main wheels hit a large bump and ditch that the pilot had not seen. The airplane, equipped with tundra tires, nosed over as a result.
Pilot's Account
The pilot acknowledged that he should have watched the area in front of where he was taxiing. He also stated that he should have walked the takeoff area prior to attempting the takeoff. No other details about the aircraft, registration, or injuries were provided in the source.
Investigation
The NTSB is investigating the incident. No probable cause has been determined. The pilot's observations serve as the primary factual account of the events leading up to the nose-over.