Accident Details
During a local flight, a student pilot experienced a loss of directional control during the landing roll. The aircraft touched down, and after all three landing gear were on the ground, it began to veer to the right. The pilot was unable to regain control, and the aircraft exited the right side of the runway, coming to rest in a ditch.
Pilot Report
The student pilot reported that winds were calm at the time of departure. He checked the weather during the flight and noted that the wind velocity was beginning to increase. He radioed his flight instructor to inform him that he was returning to the airport. On the first landing approach, the pilot was blown off course by the wind and initiated a go-around. During the second landing, the aircraft touched down and then veered right, leading to the accident.
Weather Information
The closest weather reporting station was located approximately 38 miles from the accident airport. At 1153, the station reported winds from 350 degrees at 12 knots, gusting to 19 knots. Earlier, at 1053, winds were from 310 degrees at 9 knots.
Pilot Experience
The student pilot reported a total flight time of 19 hours at the time of the accident.