Event Summary
During the landing sequence, the pilot reported that when power was reduced approximately 20 to 30 feet above the runway threshold, the nose pitched down suddenly. In response, the pilot added power and pulled back on the yoke, managing to level the airplane. The aircraft then contacted the runway with a hard impact while in a level attitude. It bounced once and subsequently skidded to a stop.
Statements from Occupants
The pilot and passenger provided statements to airport personnel who responded to the accident site. They indicated that their approach had been smooth and normal. However, when the aircraft was approximately 15 feet high, it lost lift and fell straight down, resulting in the hard landing.
No further details about the aircraft type, registration, or specific conditions were provided in the source. The event occurred without any explicit mention of injuries or damage beyond the hard landing.