Incident Overview
According to the pilot's report, a tailwheel-equipped airplane encountered a leftward pull during the landing roll. The pilot was unable to correct the deviation in time, and the airplane departed the runway surface. The event occurred while the airplane was subject to a left quartering headwind reported at 13 knots.
Pilot Actions and Observations
The pilot acknowledged that he applied the brakes after realizing the airplane was heading off the runway. In retrospect, he believed that refraining from braking might have prevented the airplane from nosing over. He stated that no failures or malfunctions were present before the accident.
Aircraft Damage
The runway excursion resulted in substantial damage to the rudder and right elevator of the airplane. No further damage details were specified.
Environmental Conditions
The wind at the time was reported as a left quartering headwind with a velocity of 13 knots. The pilot did not mention the time of day or other weather factors.
Conclusions
The pilot's report serves as the sole source of information for this incident. No investigation findings or causal factors have been stated beyond the pilot's account.