Incident Details
A pilot performing a soft-field takeoff procedure from a soft/sandy runway aborted the takeoff after a gust of wind caused the aircraft to veer toward the right edge of the runway. According to the pilot's report, the takeoff roll was underway, and the airplane had neared lift-off at minimum flying speed when the gust occurred. The pilot elected to abort the takeoff, and the airplane subsequently crossed a ditch before coming to rest.
Pilot Actions
Prior to boarding the airplane, the pilot walked the runway to evaluate the surface condition. Based on that evaluation, the pilot determined that the wind was favoring a takeoff on runway 7. The reported wind was from 080 degrees at 15 knots, with gusts up to 20 knots. During the takeoff roll, the gust caused the aircraft to deviate from the intended path. The pilot's decision to abort was made immediately as the aircraft approached the runway edge.
Conditions
The runway surface was described as soft and sandy, which prompted the use of a soft-field takeoff procedure. The pilot reported no mechanical malfunction with the airplane. No other details about the aircraft, such as type or registration, were provided in the source. The incident did not specify injuries, damage, or involvement of air traffic control.