Accident Sequence
The pilot was conducting touch-and-go landings on runway 5, which measures 6,404 feet in length and 150 feet in width. During the takeoff roll following the eighth landing, the pilot perceived a gust of wind pushing the airplane to the left. Full right aileron was applied, but the pilot could not arrest the turn. Brakes were then applied, yet the airplane departed the left side of the runway, impacted a ditch, and came to rest inverted.
Aircraft Damage
Substantial damage was sustained to the firewall, wings, and vertical stabilizer as a result of the impact with the ditch and the inversion.
Aircraft Examination
A Federal Aviation Administration inspector examined the wreckage and found the flaps in the FULL, 30-degree position. No preexisting mechanical anomalies were identified with the airplane.
Weather Conditions
At the time of the accident, winds recorded at the airport were from 350 degrees true at 7 knots.