Primary finding
Probable cause
The pilot failed to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll. Contributing factors were the unfavorable wind, the trees, and the fence.
Investigator assessment
Analysis narrative
After touchdown the airplane bounced and left the runway. The right wing hit some small trees, then the airplane ground looped into a chain link fence. A 15 to 40 mph gusty wind was reported by the pilot and witnesses. The pilot said a crosswind caused the airplane to leave the runway, however, two witnesses on the ground said the wind was 'straight down the runway'.
Source record
Factual narrative
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