Primary finding
Probable cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during a go-around in gusting wind conditions.
Investigator assessment
Analysis narrative
The pilot reported that, he obtained automated weather before landing at the destination airport, which indicated the winds to be variable from 270° at 11 knots gusting to 16 knots. The pilot stated that he flew a stabilized approach to runway 29, and the windsock indicated a crosswind upon landing. After touchdown a gust “pushed the airplane to the right”, and the pilot elected to initiate a go-around and added power. When the airplane became airborne, the nose yawed left, and the pilot was unable to avoid a collision with an airport hangar. The airplane sustained substantial damage to both wings and fuselage. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.