Incident Overview
A pilot reported that following a normal coupled Instrument Landing System (ILS) approach, visual conditions were encountered at approximately 250 feet above ground level (AGL) and half a mile from the runway. At that point, the pilot disconnected the approach coupler and aligned the aircraft with the runway.
Sequence of Events
During the transition from instrument flight rules (IFR) to visual flight, the pilot noted an increase in the rate of descent. This led to a hard landing, which caused the left tire to blow out. Subsequently, the aircraft departed the runway and completed a 180-degree turn. After the aircraft left the runway, the left propeller struck the ground.
Damage
The left tire was blown, and the left propeller made contact with the ground.