Incident Overview
A pilot described an incident during the landing phase of a flight. According to the pilot's account, the winds were approximately 5 mph out of the east. The aircraft was configured with full flaps and an airspeed of 70 knots for an approach to runway 08.
Sequence of Events
As the airplane passed over the runway threshold, it dropped approximately 25 feet and struck the runway. The impact caused the airplane to bounce. The pilot then applied full power in an attempt to regain control. After the bounce, the aircraft landed on the runway and subsequently taxied to the parking area.
Pilot Observations
The pilot stated that he did not hear the stall warning horn at any point during the approach or landing. He also reported no perceived change in wind conditions during the event.
Damage
The hard landing resulted in the collapse of the nose landing gear and buckling of the firewall.