Incident Overview
A pilot reported that during an off-airport landing on a gravel bar, he landed long and attempted to abort the landing. According to his account, the airplane became airborne again, and at that moment the wind died. Subsequently, the landing gear contacted brush, and the airplane touched down hard. The pilot stated that the winds at the time were 15 to 20 knots.
Witness Statement
Another pilot who was present at the scene indicated that the landing area on the gravel bar had washed out and was unsuitable for landing. No additional details were provided regarding the condition of the airplane or any injuries to occupants.
Investigation
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is investigating the incident. The pilot provided this information to the NTSB investigator-in-charge (IIC). The aircraft type, registration, and further specifics are not included in the available report.