What happened in the 1998-08-28 Piper PA-32-300 accident near Opa Locka, FL?
The pilot bounced on his initial touchdown. He attempted to correct with the application and then reduction of power during which the aircraft entered a nose high attitude and stalled. The aircraft then touched down hard a second time and began porpoising during which the nose landing gear collapsed and the aircraft…
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 1998-08-28 involved a Piper PA-32-300, registration N44295, operated by Manuel Garrito, at Opa Locka, FL.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's improper remedial action in recovering from a bounced landing resulting in a stall, and his incorrect recovery from a pilot induced oscillation (PIO) condition. A factor was the pilot's failure to execute a timely go-around maneuver.