well, it happens.... tail draggers are more susceptible to this type of event than nose draggers.
Analysis
The pilot stated that during takeoff he encountered a crosswind that shifted to a tailwind. The airplane veered left and exited the side of the runway. Both wings sustained substantial damage. The pilot reported there were no pre-accident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Probable Cause and Findings
The National Transportation Safety Board determines the probable cause(s) of this accident to be:
The pilots encounter with a shifting wind during takeoff, which resulted in a loss of control and runway excursion.
