Overview
After a flight, the pilot overflew the airport and determined the winds were light. On final approach, the pilot selected flaps to 30 degrees and maintained an airspeed of 68 to 70 knots.
Approach and Landing
Approximately one-eighth mile from the runway, the pilot reduced power to idle. The pilot began the flare over the runway numbers and observed that the airplane continued to float. The pilot gently raised the nose, and the stall warning horn activated; however, the airplane continued to float.
Touchdown and Bounce Sequence
The airplane dropped onto the main landing gear, then bounced into the air, touched down on the nose gear, and bounced again. The pilot was aware that the nose tire had blown, so the pilot added power, kept the control yoke back, and settled onto the runway. The pilot then taxied to a parking spot.
Post-Landing Actions
A mechanic replaced the nose tire and cleared the airplane for flight. The pilot departed and returned to Fresno.
Inspection
A subsequent inspection revealed that the firewall was wrinkled.