What happened
The accident occurred during the takeoff phase of a flight involving a student pilot undertaking his first solo operation. The aircraft touched down on the runway with excessive speed, resulting in a hard landing primarily on the main gear. Following this impact, the airplane became airborne again and struck the pavement for a second time.
After the second touchdown, the aircraft bounced once more. While still airborne during this bounce, the pilot applied power to the engine. The airplane began to climb but drifted to the left of the runway centerline. Consequently, the left wing struck a tree.
Findings
The sequence of events indicates that the initial landing was performed with excessive speed, leading to a hard impact. The subsequent application of power while the aircraft was still bouncing and airborne contributed to the loss of directional control and the drift off the runway.