Incident Overview
During a private pilot practical flight test, a student pilot was executing a simulated soft field approach. After touchdown, the aircraft bounced 5 to 6 feet into the air. The student pilot decided to abort the landing and initiated a go-around, applying full power. However, as power was applied, the aircraft began to roll to the left, causing the left wing tip to drag along the runway surface. The flight examiner attempted to take control of the aircraft but was unable to prevent it from colliding with the runway again.
Environmental Conditions
At the time of the accident, a 5-knot crosswind from 80 degrees left of the runway heading was reported. According to the aircraft manufacturer, the crosswind component was within the aircraft's performance parameters.
Sequence of Events
The event occurred during a simulated soft field approach, which requires precise aircraft control to maintain a nose-high attitude after touchdown. The reported bounce exceeded normal expectations, reaching a height of 5 to 6 feet. The student's decision to go-around involved applying full power. The subsequent left roll and wing tip strike indicate a loss of directional control during the go-around. The flight examiner's intervention was not sufficient to prevent a second ground contact. No further details regarding the aircraft type or post-accident condition are provided in the source.