Accident Overview
The pilot of a general aviation airplane entered the traffic pattern for runway 23 at an airport. Runway 23 is 5,028 feet long and 100 feet wide, with an asphalt surface. As the airplane descended on final approach, it encountered moderate rain and gusty winds.
The pilot stated that as the airplane neared the runway, she did not add enough engine power within an adequate time frame to prevent a hard landing. Subsequently, the airplane bounced and came to rest on the runway.
Investigation Details
A post-accident inspection of the airplane revealed damage to the wing spar, fuselage, both engines, and propellers. The nature of the damage indicates significant impact forces during the landing event.
Weather conditions near the time of the accident were reported by an airport located about 16 miles southwest of the accident site. The observation included winds from 190 degrees at 16 knots, gusting to 24 knots, a visibility of 8 statute miles, and thunderstorm activity. These conditions align with the pilot's description of moderate rain and gusty winds on final approach.
No other details regarding the flight or the pilot were provided in the investigation source.