Incident Overview
A pilot of a tailwheel-equipped airplane experienced a loss of directional control during the landing roll. According to the pilot's report, while transitioning from rudder control to brakes, a gust of wind struck the airplane's tail. This caused the airplane to veer left off the runway.
Sequence of Events
As the airplane departed the runway surface, the right main landing gear collapsed. Subsequently, the right wing impacted the ground, resulting in substantial damage to that wing. The pilot stated that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.
Weather Conditions
The automated weather observation system at the accident airport reported wind from 250° at 6 knots around the time of the incident. The pilot had landed on runway 35.
Damage Assessment
Substantial damage was sustained by the right wing. No other damage details were provided by the source.