Event Summary
A pilot reported an accident that occurred during a landing attempt. According to the pilot's account, the aircraft bounced upon initial touchdown, then came back down, bounced a second time, and ballooned upward. At that point, the pilot decided to abort the landing and execute a go-around.
Sequence of Events
The pilot stated that he advanced the throttle and retracted the landing gear to reduce aerodynamic drag. However, shortly after these actions, the engine lost power and stopped running. The aircraft then nosed over during the subsequent descent and struck the ground with its nose section.
Pilot's Account
The pilot provided details of the event in his report. He described the initial landing attempt as unstable, with multiple bounces and a ballooning effect. Upon recognizing the situation, he elected to go around rather than continue the landing. He advanced the throttle fully and retracted the gear, expecting the aircraft to climb. Instead, the engine failed, leading to the nose-over.
Post-Accident Pilot Comments
After the accident, the pilot reflected on his actions and identified two specific aspects he believed were handled incorrectly. He stated that he should not have retracted the landing gear until the aircraft had achieved a positive rate of climb. Additionally, he noted that he should have advanced the throttle more gradually, rather than applying full throttle quickly. These comments were part of his report, but no official probable cause was determined in the source provided.