Accident Overview
During a landing on a grass runway, the pilot of a tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that he applied the brakes and retracted the flaps. Subsequently, the airplane nosed over. The landing was conducted by the pilot, who provided the account of the events.
Aircraft Damage
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing and vertical stabilizer. The left wing and vertical stabilizer were affected by the nosing-over event. The damage was reported as substantial, meaning repair or replacement of components is required.
Pilot Report
The pilot stated that, prior to the accident, the airplane experienced no mechanical failures or malfunctions that would have precluded normal operation. This indicates that the airframe and systems were functioning as intended prior to the landing.