Incident Overview
A pilot reported that during takeoff from runway 07, just as the airplane became airborne, a strong southeasterly gust of wind struck the aircraft. The pilot stated that despite his efforts to maintain control, the gust lifted the right wing, causing the airplane to roll over. The engine was at full power at the time, and the pilot's application of full flight control corrective actions proved inadequate to counter the gust during this critical phase of flight.
Aftermath
The airplane became uncontrollable and came to rest upside down. The wings were broken and the vertical stabilizer was crushed. The airport manager witnessed the event and corroborated the pilot's description of the wind, estimating its speed between 25 and 35 mph.
Pilot Experience
The pilot indicated familiarity with the airplane's flight characteristics. He had provided approximately 915 hours of flight instruction in this same model, including 30 hours flown during the 90 days preceding the mishap.