What happened
The incident occurred while a private certificated pilot was concluding a flight conducted under Federal Aviation Regulations Part 91. The aircraft was approaching the airport for landing when the pilot attempted to flare for touchdown. According to the pilot's report, the flare height was excessive, resulting in a bounce off the runway surface.
During the subsequent recovery attempt to regain control and complete the landing, the right wing of the airplane struck the runway. This impact caused the aircraft to depart the paved surface. The nose of the airplane then pitched downward as the plane came to rest. The pilot noted that wind conditions at the time were calm.
The investigation
Post-incident inspection revealed specific structural damage resulting from the hard landing and departure from the runway. The right wing sustained damage, and the propeller was also damaged during the event.