Accident Details
A private pilot was returning home from a personal transportation flight with one passenger, who was also a private pilot. According to reports, the aircraft was on final approach to Runway 25 when both individuals noted that the sun was in their eyes, hindering their vision.
Pilot and Passenger Accounts
The pilot in command stated that he does not remember trimming the aircraft for landing and does not remember flaring for touchdown. The passenger reported a sudden nose-down attitude after passing the runway threshold. The passenger grabbed the yoke and applied full up elevator.
Impact and Fire
The aircraft impacted the runway nose-low, collapsing the nose gear. A post-accident fire destroyed the aircraft from the firewall aft. No further details about injuries or damage to other parts of the aircraft were provided.