Overview
A tailwheel airplane sustained substantial damage during a landing on an uncontrolled airstrip. The pilot, who was uninjured, reported that the accident followed a ground loop that occurred after a three-point landing. The wind was from 210 degrees at 5 to 6 knots, and the landing was made on runway 18.
Pilot Account
The pilot described the approach and landing as routine. After touching down and slowing to approximately 30 mph, the aircraft unexpectedly spun to the left. The airplane exited the left side of the runway, resulting in substantial damage to the right landing gear, right seat, and right wing. The pilot explicitly stated that the brakes were not applied at any time during the landing roll.
Damage
The right landing gear, right seat, and right wing were substantially damaged. No other damage or component failures were reported.
Mechanical Condition
The pilot reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions with the aircraft prior to or during the accident. The airplane was operating normally up to the point of the ground loop.
Conclusion
No probable cause was determined by the investigation.