Accident Details
A student pilot was on final approach for landing on runway 12 at 20U when a crosswind from the northeast was encountered. The pilot corrected for the crosswind and proceeded to land. During the landing, the airplane ballooned, touched down, and then pulled to the right. In response, the student pilot applied full power in an attempt to abort the landing. The airplane subsequently departed the right side of the runway, became airborne, and struck a large hay bale.
Post-Accident Examination
A post-accident examination of the airplane revealed substantial damage. The firewall was buckled, both wing leading edges were crushed, the nose landing gear was sheared off, and there was some damage to the empennage. No other information regarding injuries or additional circumstances was provided.