Overview
A pilot and a rated passenger were alternating touch-and-go landings. After the passenger completed her final landing, the pilot took control and departed. Completing the traffic pattern, the pilot set up for landing on runway 24. At that time, the wind was a left quartering tailwind of 3 to 4 knots.
Accident Details
The pilot executed a three-point landing. Although the touchdown was smooth, the airplane felt light on the wheels. Shortly after, the airplane veered to the right and exited the runway. The pilot added power but could not regain control before the airplane struck an airport perimeter fence.
Pilot Report
The pilot reported no pre-impact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation. In initial reports to the Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board, both pilots stated that the airplane was struck by a gust of wind before the loss of control.
Weather Examination
An examination of wind data one hour before and one hour after the accident found no reports of gusty conditions at the accident airport or at nearby reporting stations.
Damage
The impact with the fence substantially damaged the airplane's wings and front fuselage.