Incident Overview
A twin-engine airplane sustained substantial damage during a landing attempt after the pilot encountered a gust of wind. The pilot reported that the airplane landed hard on the right main landing gear following the gust encounter.
Damage Assessment
Post-incident examination of the airplane revealed substantial damage to the inboard section of the right wing. The landing gear was also damaged, and all three blades on the right propeller were curled aft. The pilot stated that there were no pre-incident mechanical malfunctions with the airplane or its engine.
Pilot Report
According to the pilot, the hard landing occurred after encountering a gust of wind while attempting to land. The pilot further noted that no mechanical issues were present prior to the event.