Incident Overview
An airplane made a hard landing while attempting to execute an instrument landing system (ILS) approach. According to the pilot, during the landing flare, the airplane encountered a gust of wind from the left side. This caused the airplane to assume a nose-low attitude, resulting in a hard impact with the runway surface. The aircraft then porpoised.
Pilot Statement
The pilot reported that there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane. No other details about the aircraft or crew were provided.
Weather Conditions
An aviation routine weather report (METAR) for Honolulu International Airport at 2053 indicated steady-state winds from 010 degrees at 10 knots and visibility of 10 statute miles. The report did not specify any gusts, but the pilot noted a gust of wind during the flare.