Incident Overview
The nose gear of an aircraft collapsed following a hard bounced landing. The incident occurred when the pilot executed a landing that resulted in a bounce, leading to a second touchdown during which the nose gear failed.
Pilot's Account
According to the pilot, she touched down hard on the main landing gear, causing the aircraft to bounce. The aircraft then landed again on both the main and nose gear. During this second touchdown, the nose gear collapsed. The pilot stated that she and her one-year-old daughter, who was in a car seat, were not injured. The child remained asleep throughout the event.
Outcome and Recommendation
After the accident, the pilot noted that the child was still asleep in the car seat. She offered a recommendation for prevention: better landing technique. The aircraft sustained damage to the nose gear but no other details about the aircraft or location were provided.
Conclusion
The incident highlights the challenges of landing technique, particularly in managing bounce situations. The pilot's recommendation underscores the importance of proper landing procedures to prevent gear collapse.