Accident Sequence
During the landing roll, the airplane encountered a gust of wind measured at over 30 knots. This caused the airplane to veer off the runway surface and enter the adjacent gravel area. The pilot responded by applying full engine power to regain flight control and initiated a go-around. As the airplane became airborne, the leading edge of its left wing struck a light post, damaging the aileron.
Conditions
The reported weather conditions at the time included winds from an unspecified direction at 15 knots with gusts reaching 27 knots. Additionally, wind shear and a strong crosswind were present. The pilot reported no mechanical problems with the airplane prior to the accident.
Post-Accident Actions
Following the collision, the left aileron was damaged. The pilot decided to return to the airport of origin, where the wind was reported as 030 degrees at 8 knots. The pilot landed the airplane there without further incident.