Accident Details
According to the pilot, the accident occurred while he was conducting a low pass through an abandoned powerline easement on a small lake peninsula. The easement included a small hill. The pilot reported that he was flying directly into the wind, and as the airplane approached the hill, the wind direction changed due to the terrain, leading to mechanical turbulence. The airplane's wheels then impacted the ground, causing the aircraft to bounce. The pilot applied heavy braking, after which the airplane nosed over and came to rest inverted.
Damage
The accident resulted in substantial damage to the right-wing strut and the rudder. The pilot stated that there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.
Wind Conditions
At an airport located 6 miles northwest of the accident location, the reported winds were variable from 270° to 330° at 7 knots. No other weather information was provided.