Crosswind Leads to Runway Excursion and Sign Impact During Go-Around

Incident Overview

The pilot reported that during the landing approach, a left-quartering crosswind pushed the airplane off the runway before touchdown. Since the wheels had not yet contacted the runway, the pilot added power to execute a go-around.

Sequence of Events

Despite the go-around attempt, the airplane continued off the right side of the runway. The right main landing gear subsequently impacted an airport sign. The airplane then came to rest in an upright position just off the runway surface.

Post-Impact Examination

An examination of the airplane by a Federal Aviation Administration inspector revealed that the fuselage, right main gearbox, and firewall structures were buckled as a result of the impact.