Primary finding
Probable cause
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, resulting in a ground loop.
Investigator assessment
Analysis narrative
The pilot reported that during landing the airplane ground looped to the right, striking the left wing on the runway. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing. The pilot reported no mechanical anomalies with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Source record
Factual narrative
The private pilot reported that during landing the airplane ground-looped to the right, dragging the left wing on the ground. He said there were no preaccident mechanical anomalies with the airplane. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing during the ground-loop.