Flight Attempts
The pilot reported conducting two landing approaches to runway 36. Both attempts resulted in go-arounds because she was unable to maintain runway alignment due to strong crosswind conditions. Subsequently, the pilot decided to make her next approach to runway 18.
Accident Sequence
While on final approach to runway 18, the airplane suddenly lost altitude and collided with terrain short of the runway. After impact, the airplane nosed over. According to the pilot, there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.
Damage
The accident resulted in substantial damage to the engine firewall, vertical stabilizer, and right wing of the airplane.
Weather Information
A witness located at the airport reported that the wind was out of the west at 16 knots. A review of nearby weather stations indicated that the wind was variable from the south to northwest between 5 and 9 knots, gusting to 16 knots.