Event Details
On a day in July 2000, an aircraft was on approach to land. The air traffic control tower advised the pilot that the winds were variable from 240 to 270 degrees at 8 knots, gusting to 12 knots.
Sequence of Events
As the pilot prepared to flare, the airplane dropped abruptly to the runway, hitting hard. The impact caused the aircraft to bounce into a nose-high attitude. The pilot then added power in an attempt to arrest the descent, but the nose fell through and struck the ground before the pilot could prevent it.
Damage and Notification
A subsequent inspection revealed damage to the fuselage structure. The Safety Board was notified of the damage determination on July 17, 2000. No further details about the aircraft or occupants were provided.