What happened
During a practice single engine approach, a student pilot experienced a descent rate greater than anticipated, which caused the Cessna (type not specified in source) to touch down early. The flight instructor, positioned in the right seat, instructed the student to execute a go-around. During this maneuver, the student only advanced the throttle for the right engine.
The instructor reported that while the aircraft touched down during the landing flare, the student continued to flare, causing the airplane to become airborne again. Before control could be regained, the student's failure to advance the throttle for the left engine caused the left wingtip to strike the runway. The flight crew confirmed there were no mechanical failures or malfunctions involving the aircraft or its systems prior to the accident.
Findings
- The student pilot advanced the throttle for the right engine only during the go-around attempt.
- The descent rate during the single engine approach exceeded the pilot's expectations.