Accident Details
The aircraft collided with a snow bank during landing and nosed down. This occurred during the student pilot's first solo landing. The student reported that the landing felt acceptable except that the aircraft continued drifting left despite application of right rudder. The student also noted that some engine power remained on during the landing.
The flight instructor observed that the aircraft appeared to touch down with the nose low and then skipped back into the air. The aircraft departed the runway during the second touchdown.
Student Pilot Information
The student had accumulated 10 hours of dual instruction and had completed 27 landings prior to this flight. The student is a deaf mute. Communication with the control tower was conducted using light signals for landing clearance.
Aircraft and Flight Conditions
No specific details about the aircraft type, registration, or weather conditions were provided in the report. The runway and snow bank conditions were not described.
Probable Cause
No probable cause was stated in the source.