Accident Details
An airplane was landing on runway 04, which measures 5,103 feet in length and 100 feet in width. During the landing roll, the aircraft departed the runway surface and struck a snow bank located on the side of the runway. After the impact, the airplane spun around before coming to a stop.
Pilot Report
The pilot stated that winds were from the northwest at 10 knots during the approach, with what he described as a "minimal" crosswind correction required on final. He reported that moments before touchdown, while approximately 2 feet above the runway, a significant gust of wind caused the aircraft to rise suddenly to 5–6 feet above the ground. At that point, the airplane entered an aerodynamic stall and began to descend rapidly in a nose-high attitude. The pilot applied additional power in an attempt to recover control. However, the aircraft drifted to the right side of the runway, where it made contact with a snow bank and subsequently spun.
Weather Conditions
Local weather observations taken five minutes before the accident indicated wind from 270 degrees at 11 knots, with gusts reaching 18 knots.
Outcome
The airplane came to rest after contacting the snow bank and spinning. No further details regarding damage or injuries were provided in the source.