Circumstances:
The student was authorised to conduct solo circuit practice in generally light easterly wind conditions. During the session, the wind began to swing through more than 90 degrees, with associated strong gusts. In the landing flare on the circuit prior to the accident, a wind gust lifted the left wing and rolled the aircraft to the right. Experiencing considerable difficulty, the student regained control and climbed the aircraft for another circuit. Being unsettled, the student forgot that he could seek advice from his instructor through Perth Flight Service. He elected to terminate the session with his next landing. Again, as the student flared the aircraft for landing, a strong gust lifted the left wing, rolling the aircraft to the right. Before he could correct the roll, a second gust struck the aircraft. Despite recovery efforts the student realised he was losing control and attempted to go-around. The aircraft with a bank angle of 50 degrees, stalled and contacted the ground right wing tip first, coming to rest 95 metres from the runway centre line.
