Aircraft Veers Off Runway After Gusty Landing, Overturns During Go-Around (CGHNV)

Accident Details

The pilot diverted from two airports because of weather or high wind conditions before attempting a landing at a third airport. The pilot reported that the wind was not as strong at this airport and decided to land. During the approach, the aircraft encountered gusting and turbulent conditions. The pilot does not recall all of the events leading up to the accident. However, the passenger recalled that the airplane was bouncing around on final approach due to the strong, gusting crosswind.

Landing and Go-Around

The airplane touched down about halfway down the runway. The passenger did not feel there was enough room to stop. During the landing roll, the airplane veered to the left and off the side of the runway onto the gravel and grass area. The pilot then applied full power to go-around. The airplane lifted off but had not gained enough altitude to clear brush and trees that paralleled the runway.

Findings

The airplane came to rest inverted about 1,100 feet from the point of runway departure.