NTSB Factual Report

The pilot of a tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that during the landing roll, the airplane veered left of center line, he attempted to correct with right brake input, but was unsuccessful. The airplane continued to veer off the runway to the left, ground looped, and the right wing impacted the ground.

The airplane sustained substantial damage to the right wing.

A review of recorded data from the automated weather observation station located on the airport, revealed that, about 10 minutes before the accident the wind was 120° at 4 knots. The airplane landed on runway 30.

The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.