Incident Overview
A certificated airline transport pilot reported that while on approach for landing on runway 19L, he encountered what he characterized as light and variable winds estimated to be from the south, at 5 knots. Just after touchdown, a sudden gust of wind pushed the tail of the airplane to the left, causing the airplane to veer to the right. The pilot applied full engine power in an attempt to abort the landing.
Sequence of Events
The airplane became airborne and, while in ground effect, drifted to the right side of the runway. The right main landing gear subsequently struck a culvert on the right side of the runway. The airplane pivoted to the right, and the left wing struck the ground. The airplane sustained substantial damage to both wings and the fuselage.
Pilot Statement
The pilot reported that there were no preaccident anomalies with the airplane.