Accident Details
The pilot of a tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that during takeoff, the airplane encountered a gust of wind and veered to the left. The pilot corrected with right rudder and left aileron, causing the airplane to veer to the right. Subsequently, the airplane exited the runway to the right. The left main landing gear sheared off, and the airplane impacted two trees.
Damage
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage, empennage, and left wing.
Pilot Report
The pilot reported that there were no pre-accident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.
Weather Conditions
A review of local weather on the airfield about the time of the accident showed the wind was 300° at 10 knots. The pilot was departing on runway 34.