Incident Summary
A pilot reported that during a landing attempt in a left crosswind, the airplane's right main landing gear touched down first, followed by the left main landing gear. The airplane subsequently turned left, prompting the pilot to add power and execute a go-around. The pilot performed the go-around, and the second landing was uneventful.
Landing and Go-Around
The initial landing sequence began with the right main landing gear contacting the runway before the left main landing gear. As the airplane turned left, the pilot initiated a go-around by adding power. The go-around was successfully completed, and the subsequent landing was normal with no further issues.
Damage and Examination
After the flight, a Federal Aviation Administration inspector examined the airplane. The inspection revealed that the left wing had been substantially damaged due to contact with the runway. The pilot stated that there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions with the airplane.
Weather Conditions
Review of weather data indicated that at the time of the landing, the wind was from about 50 degrees left of the runway centerline at 12 knots.