Accident Overview
The accident occurred during a landing in crosswind conditions. According to the pilot, the maximum calculated crosswind component, including gusts, was 15 knots. The approach was flown using the wing-low method to maintain runway alignment.
Landing and Runway Excursion
After touchdown, the airplane veered to the right and departed the runway surface. It continued onto adjacent grass, which was saturated with water. The airplane subsequently nosed over.
Aircraft Damage
The accident resulted in structural damage to both wings, the vertical stabilizer, and the rudder.
Pilot Report
The pilot reported that he may have relaxed his diligence on keeping the airplane's ailerons into the wind during the landing roll. No mechanical malfunctions or failures were reported prior to the accident.