Incident Overview
At the conclusion of a cross-country flight, the pilot reported that the initial landing attempt on a dirt road was abandoned due to excessive airspeed and altitude. The pilot initiated a go-around and prepared for a second approach.
Sequence of Events
During the second landing attempt, the approach was deemed too slow, resulting in an aerodynamic stall approximately 8 feet above ground level. The aircraft touched down and bounced upon contact with the ground. In response, the pilot added power and retracted the flaps in an effort to execute another go-around. However, the aircraft continued to bounce repeatedly over a distance of roughly 1,000 feet across rough ground. The sequence ended with the aircraft coming to rest in a nose-down attitude within a wash.
Outcome
The aircraft sustained damage during the event. The pilot reported the circumstances without specifying any injuries or further details. The incident highlights the challenges of landing on unprepared surfaces with variable approach conditions.