Incident Overview
While performing a landing flare, the pilot of an aircraft inadvertently allowed the propeller blades to strike the runway. The pilot subsequently realized that the landing gear had not been extended. In an effort to recover, the pilot pulled up on the yoke and applied power, but the three damaged propeller blades prevented the go-around from being successful. The airplane then stalled and impacted the runway.
Pilot Report
The pilot stated that he believed fatigue was a factor in the incident. He reported that he had been engaged in an intensive flight-training program throughout the week and had been awake since 0530 on the day of the accident. The pilot did not provide further details regarding the aircraft type, registration, or other specifics.
Sequence of Events
According to the pilot's account, the accident sequence began when he forgot to lower the landing gear before touchdown. The first indication of the omission was the sound of the propeller blades contacting the runway surface. In response, the pilot initiated a go-around by increasing power and pulling back on the yoke. However, the damage sustained by the three propeller blades rendered the aircraft incapable of climbing, leading to a stall and subsequent collision with the runway.
No additional information about the aircraft, location, time of day, or environmental conditions was provided by the pilot.