Accident Summary
A private pilot was landing a tailwheel airplane equipped with oversized main tires on a warm asphalt runway. During the landing roll, the airplane lurched to the right, and the pilot reported that he was unable to regain directional control. The airplane subsequently struck the left wing and propeller on the runway surface, and came to rest nose down on the runway.
Pilot Report
The pilot stated that the tailwheel airplane was equipped with oversized tires. He noted that the combination of large tires and the warm runway surface may have made the airplane more difficult to control. He also stated that he was unaware of any preaccident mechanical problems with the airplane.
Aircraft and Conditions
The airplane involved was a tailwheel type. The landing occurred on an asphalt runway that was warm at the time. The specific registration, date, operator, and location were not provided. No injuries or fatalities were reported. The aircraft sustained damage to the left wing and propeller, and came to rest in a nose-down attitude.