Incident Overview
During an approach to a private airstrip, the pilot initiated a go-around. The airplane did not climb as expected. The pilot stated that it felt like the headwind decreased, and the airplane did not gain enough airspeed for the climb. He reported that he lowered the nose to gain airspeed and turned to the right to avoid trees. The airplane subsequently struck trees with its right wing.
Pilot Report
The pilot reported no mechanical malfunction with the airplane. The event was attributed to the pilot's perception of a change in wind conditions.
Weather Information
The nearest weather observation station, located in Statesboro, Georgia, reported at 1400 winds from 290 degrees at 6 knots with gusts to 17 knots. At 1420, winds were reported from 300 degrees at 10 knots with gusts to 22 knots.