Landing Sequence
During the landing approach, the pilot observed a windsock indicating a crosswind and felt the aircraft drift to the left. After slowing the aircraft and correcting for the crosswind, the pilot did not recheck the airspeed to ensure it was appropriate for landing. The aircraft subsequently landed hard and short of the runway, then porpoised twice down the runway.
Loss of Control
The pilot added power in an attempt to regain control. As the aircraft started to depart to the left of the runway, the pilot simultaneously became distracted by a passenger who began yelling. The aircraft traveled approximately 150 feet before the nose landing gear collapsed, and continued an additional 450 feet before coming to rest in a landfill area on its main landing gear.
Pre-accident Operations
On the day of the accident, the aircraft had flown for about one hour to three different airports with no discrepancies noted during those flights.
Post-incident Condition
The aircraft came to rest on its main landing gear in the landfill area. No further details about damage or injuries are provided.