Primary finding
Probable cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during after encountering a wind gust during landing that resulted in an impact with terrain.
Investigator assessment
Analysis narrative
The pilot reported that, while landing at a remote, off-airport site, a gust of wind pushed the airplane into a stand of trees, which resulted in substantial damage to the right wing and right wing lift strut. He stated there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. The pilot did not provide an NTSB Form 6120.1 Pilot/Operator Aircraft Accident/Incident Report.