Accident Summary
A tailwheel-equipped airplane experienced a runway excursion during the landing roll. According to the pilot, a strong gust of wind lifted the left wing, causing the airplane to veer to the right and depart the runway surface. The airplane subsequently struck a concrete barrier wall located in the ramp area, resulting in substantial damage to the firewall.
Pilot Report
The pilot reported no mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation of the airplane. The incident occurred during the landing roll, after which the airplane left the runway and impacted the barrier.
Weather Conditions
The nearest automated weather observing station, located approximately 15 nautical miles from the accident airport, reported the wind at 210 degrees true at 4 knots around the time of the accident. The airplane landed on a runway with a magnetic heading of 270 degrees.
Damage
The airplane's firewall sustained substantial damage as a result of the impact with the concrete barrier wall.