Accident Summary
During landing on runway 30, a tailwheel-equipped airplane veered off the left side of the runway after the pilot felt a gust of wind. The airplane subsequently struck a runway light and a distance remaining sign, causing substantial damage to its right wing.
Pilot's Account
According to the pilot, after touching down, he "felt a gust of wind hit the airplane from the left, which pushed the tail around to the right." The pilot stated he was not able to correct for the situation quickly enough, and the airplane departed the left side of the runway.
Sequence of Events
The left main wheel hit a runway light, turning the airplane until its right wing impacted a runway distance remaining sign. The right wing incurred substantial damage.
Weather Conditions
An aviation routine weather report for the airport, about the time of the accident, included winds from 240 degrees true at 10 knots, with clear skies and unrestricted visibility.