Accident Overview
A pilot flying a tundra tire, tailwheel-equipped airplane for the first time as pilot-in-command experienced a ground loop during a three-point landing on a concrete runway. The incident occurred on the fourth such landing attempt.
Pilot Report
The pilot reported that after the tailwheel touched down, the airplane veered left. He applied right rudder to correct and attempted to return to the runway centerline. Subsequently, he applied left rudder, but the airplane continued to veer right. The airplane then ground looped to the right, causing the left wing to strike the ground.
Damage
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing and fuselage.
Owner Statement
The owner of the airplane, who was seated in the rear seat, reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.