Accident Details
A private pilot was conducting a personal cross-country flight under Title 14, CFR Part 91, with a planned landing at an off-airport site. During the landing, the airplane encountered a rough spot on the landing surface that the pilot had not identified during his pre-landing overflight.
Pilot Account
According to the pilot, the airplane bounced through the rough spot in a tail-high attitude. He reported that he did not apply power quickly enough to prevent the airplane from nosing over. The pilot stated that he should have spent more time evaluating the site for seasonal changes prior to landing.
Damage Assessment
The pilot reported no mechanical problems with the airplane before the accident. The accident resulted in substantial damage to the wings and rudder of the aircraft. No other details were provided regarding injuries or further damage.
Investigation
The investigation did not assign a probable cause. The pilot's actions and comments were documented as part of the factual record.