Flight and Approach
Following a sightseeing flight to Catalina Island, the pilot initiated an approach to runway 19. The initial approach was high, prompting a go-around. A second approach resulted in a bounced landing, leading to another go-around.
Third Approach and Landing
During the third approach, the pilot configured the aircraft with 30 degrees of flaps and maintained an airspeed of 75 knots. After touchdown, the aircraft bounced and porpoised three times. It subsequently came to a stop on the shoulder of the runway.
Post-Landing Inspection
A post-flight inspection revealed damage to the firewall, propeller tips, belly, nose gear, and the flight controls were jammed. According to the pilot, all systems were functioning properly prior to the hard landing.