Incident Overview
A commercial certificated pilot was conducting an off-airport landing with passengers under Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 135, when an incident occurred. The pilot reported being on short final, approximately 8 to 10 feet above the ground, when a sudden gust of wind affected the aircraft.
Pilot Account
According to the pilot, a "gust or something" lifted the right wing to an angle of 50 to 60 degrees above horizontal. As a result, the left wing struck the ground. The pilot was able to level the wings, but the airplane touched down while drifting to the left. After touchdown, the airplane skidded forward for about 50 feet and then nosed over.
Aircraft Damage
The airplane sustained damage to several components, including the left wingtip, the left wing aft attach point, and the right landing gear attach point.
Wind Conditions
The pilot reported that the wind was from 300 degrees at 25 knots, with gusts up to 30 knots.