Incident Overview
A student commercial pilot and a certified flight instructor (CFI) were conducting dual instruction. They chose to execute a power-off landing on runway 17.
Approach and Maneuver
At the time of the approach, the wind was reported from 010 degrees at 8 knots. During the approach, the student initiated a forward slip to lose altitude. As the airplane exited the slip, its indicated airspeed was approximately 60 knots.
Landing and Outcome
During the flare for landing, the nose of the aircraft dropped. The instructor stated that he applied power and attempted to correct the situation. However, the aircraft touched down hard and sustained damage.