Accident Description
The pilot of a tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that during the landing roll in gusty wind conditions, the airplane veered off the runway to the right. To avoid a bush, the pilot applied full brakes, which resulted in the airplane nosing over.
Aircraft Damage
The airplane sustained substantial damage to both left lift struts. No other damage details were provided.
Pilot Report
The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Weather Information
A review of recorded data from the automated weather observation station located on the airport revealed that about five minutes before the accident, the wind was 360 degrees true at 7 knots with gusts to 13 knots. The airplane landed on runway 36.