Incident Overview
A private certificated pilot experienced a nose-over during landing at a hunting campsite, causing structural damage to the aircraft. The pilot had previously landed at the same location. The landing area is a grass-covered strip oriented northwest/southeast, measuring approximately 600 feet in length and 12 feet in width.
Landing Sequence
The pilot reported that he initiated the landing toward the southeast. During the landing roll, the main landing gear tires encountered soft terrain, leading to the nose-over. In the Pilot/Operator Aircraft Accident Report, the pilot stated that a gust of wind caused a bounced landing. Upon the second contact with the ground, he was unable to lower the tail of the airplane. The tail began to rise, resulting in the aircraft nosing over.
Damage Assessment
The accident resulted in structural damage to the rudder, the left wing, and the left wing lift strut.
Reported Wind Conditions
The pilot reported the wind at the time of the landing as 220 degrees magnetic at 8 knots, with gusts up to 10 knots.
Aircraft and Pilot Information
The pilot held a private certificate. No further details about the aircraft, registration, or pilot qualifications were provided in the report.