Incident Overview
A student pilot on a solo cross-country flight reported a landing incident involving multiple bounces on Runway 1. According to the pilot's account, the approach was set up for Runway 1 after circling the airport twice to observe the runway.
Sequence of Events
The pilot stated that while on final approach, the glide path was acceptable but the airspeed was slightly fast. Upon touchdown, the airplane bounced. The pilot responded by applying full power, which resulted in a second touchdown followed by the airplane becoming airborne again. On the third bounce, the nose gear collapsed. Subsequently, the airplane slid off the runway and nosed over.
Reported Details
The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, date, operator, location, number of occupants, injuries, or damage extent. No information was provided regarding time of day, weather conditions, or involvement of air traffic control. The pilot's report is the sole basis for this account.