Accident Overview
A pilot conducting his first solo cross-country flight was involved in an accident after attempting a touch-and-go landing. The event occurred when the airplane departed the runway and struck trees. The pilot reported no mechanical deficiencies with the aircraft.
Sequence of Events
Upon reaching the destination airport, the pilot attempted a touch-and-go maneuver. The airplane touched down, and the pilot retracted the flaps while applying full power. During the lift-off, a gust of wind from the left was encountered, prompting the pilot to apply left aileron input. Subsequently, the airplane veered to the left, departed the left side of the runway, and collided with trees.
Post-accident Examination
A post-accident examination revealed the airplane resting to the left of the runway, adjacent to a number of trees. Both the left and right wings, as well as the fuselage, were buckled. No mechanical deficiencies were reported by the pilot.