Landing Incident
An airplane sustained substantial damage during landing on runway 12. The pilot reported that crosswinds on final approach were "quite strong," requiring a crab into the wind to maintain runway alignment. During touchdown, the pilot stated he was too fast for a three-point landing and bounced about 3–4 feet in the air. After the bounce, the "wind got under the right wing," causing the airplane to depart the left side of the runway.
Sequence of Events
The airplane ground looped, with the left wing striking the ground. It then struck light boxes and continued turning left. The right landing gear separated from the airplane, after which the airplane entered a 3–4 foot ditch before coming to a stop.
Weather Conditions
Recorded winds at LVN at 1415 were 150 degrees at 9 knots, gusting to 14 knots.