Incident Overview
A training flight involving full-flap crosswind takeoffs and landings on Runway 13 encountered difficulties when the student pilot permitted the aircraft to slow excessively while approximately 10 feet above the ground. Winds were reported from 210 to 220 degrees at 10 knots, producing a right crosswind component of 80 to 90 degrees relative to the runway heading.
Sequence of Events
As the aircraft descended, a high sink rate developed, leading to a hard landing. The aircraft then bounced back into the air. In response, the student pilot applied full power, which caught the instructor by surprise. At an altitude of about 15 feet with no flight speed, the instructor pushed the nose down. However, the crosswind caused the aircraft to drift sideways into the grass, where the left wing and nose section made contact with the ground.
Relevant Aircraft Guidance
The operating handbook for the aircraft includes a recommendation for landing in strong crosswinds: "Use minimum flap setting required for the field length." Runway 13 is 5,000 feet long.
Conclusion
No further details regarding aircraft damage, injuries, or the specific aircraft type and registration were provided in the source material.