Incident Report
According to the pilot, during the approach to the runway, he eased the yoke back to initiate a flare. However, the airplane did not flare as expected and continued in a nose-down attitude. The airplane touched down hard, bounced, and the pilot subsequently performed a go-around.
Second Landing and Taxi
The second landing was uneventful. However, the pilot reported difficulty turning to the right during taxi to the ramp area.
Post-Flight Examination
Although the pilot reported no anomalies with the airplane or the engine, an examination of the aircraft revealed damage. The tips of the propeller blades were bent, the firewall was buckled, and the nosewheel was damaged.