Event Details
An airline transport pilot reported that during the landing roll, after the airplane had slowed to a relatively low ground speed, the nose wheel struck a large hole filled with water and mud. The pilot had conducted a visual inspection of the runway prior to landing and noted that the runway appeared wet in some areas but within acceptable limits for landing.
Runway Condition
A subsequent inspection of the runway revealed a large water-filled hole located in the middle of the runway. The hole measured approximately 15 inches deep, 1 foot wide, and 20 feet long. The pilot stated that no preaccident mechanical anomalies were present with the airplane.
Damage
Postaccident inspection showed that the nose strut had been bent aft about 20 degrees from its original position. Further inspection determined that the airplane sustained substantial damage to the nose wheel bulkhead.