Accident Details
During a solo cross-country flight, the student pilot initiated a landing on runway 18. At the time, the wind was reported from 220° at 9 knots, creating a right crosswind condition. According to the student pilot's report, he became complacent during the landing and did not compensate for the crosswind. As a result, the airplane veered off the left side of the runway, crossing over a taxiway. The right main landing gear subsequently collapsed, and the right wing and stabilator struck the ground.
Pilot Report
The student pilot stated that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. He attributed the accident to his own complacency and failure to adjust for the crosswind conditions.
Damage and Conditions
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the right wing and the stabilator. No other damage was reported. The reported wind at the time of the accident was from 220° at 9 knots.