Summary
A tailwheel-equipped airplane sustained substantial damage during a landing in gusting crosswind conditions. While flaring, a wind gust lifted the right wing, prompting the pilot to apply corrective control input. Subsequently, the left wing struck the runway, damaging the aileron and outboard wing skins. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airframe or engine.
Narrative
The pilot was performing a landing in gusting crosswind conditions. During the landing flare, a sudden wind gust caused the right wing to lift. The pilot responded with corrective control input. This action led to the left wing contacting the runway, resulting in substantial damage to the aileron and the outboard portion of the wing skins. The pilot stated that there were no mechanical issues with the airframe or engine before the incident that would have prevented normal operation.
Damage Assessment
The accident resulted in substantial damage to the left wing's aileron and outboard wing skins. No other damage details were provided.
Reported Conditions
The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.