Accident Details
The accident occurred during the takeoff roll on a 1,800-foot-long by 60-foot-wide turf runway. The pilot reported crosswind conditions at the time of departure.
Sequence of Events
During the takeoff rotation, a gust of wind caused the airplane to "shift" and subsequently "lose its lift." The left main landing gear contacted plowed soil alongside the runway, after which the airplane "pitched over." The propeller and left wing struck the ground before the airplane settled back onto all three landing gear.
Damage
The airplane incurred substantial damage to the left wing.
Weather Information
The closest weather reporting station, located 25 nautical miles northeast of the accident site, reported calm winds at the time of the accident.