Accident Details
The pilot of a tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that, while taxiing from the taxiway to the runway for takeoff in gusty wind conditions, the airplane's left wing suddenly raised up. Despite the pilot's control inputs, the wing continued to rise, and the airplane subsequently nosed over.
Damage
The accident resulted in substantial damage to the tail and wing lift struts. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operations.
Pilot Report
The pilot indicated that the unexpected wing lift occurred during the taxi phase. No further details regarding wind speed or direction were provided by the pilot.