Incident Overview
A pilot reported an accident involving a tailwheel-equipped airplane during a landing attempt. The pilot stated that while on the base leg of the traffic pattern, he decided to perform a three-point landing and applied two notches of flaps. During the landing flare, he moved the flaps to the fourth notch in an effort to avoid bouncing upon touchdown.
Sequence of Events
Upon touchdown, the airplane's tailwheel contacted the runway first. The airplane then bounced on its main landing gear and subsequently drifted to the right. The pilot attempted to correct the situation by adding power and initiating a go-around. However, during this maneuver, the right main landing gear contacted a snow bank located on the edge of the runway. The airplane then ground looped and came to rest on its nose.
Aircraft Damage
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing. No other damage was specified in the report.
Pilot's Statement
The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. No other contributing factors were identified in the pilot's account.