Incident Overview
A pilot of a tailwheel-equipped airplane reported an incident during the landing roll. According to the pilot, a heavy wind gust abruptly pushed the airplane's tail to the left. The pilot applied the brakes in an effort to maintain directional control.
Sequence of Events
As the airplane's speed decreased, the elevator lost its effectiveness. Subsequently, the airplane nosed down, and the left wing contacted the surface. The left wing sustained substantial damage as a result.
Pilot Report
The pilot reported that there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. The incident occurred solely due to the encountered wind conditions and the subsequent loss of elevator effectiveness at low speed.