Accident Overview
The aircraft sustained substantial damage upon impact with terrain after veering off runway 28 and nosing over. The runway, 6,501 feet long and 150 feet wide, was asphalt. The incident occurred during a student solo flight.
Sequence of Events
The student pilot reported that after turning to the final approach segment, he increased engine power because the airplane altitude was low. He then observed that the altitude became too high and acknowledged that a go-around should have been performed. Subsequently, he reduced engine power, leading to a "rapid" descent. During the landing flare, the pilot stated he "lost control" and bounced the airplane after experiencing a reported wind gust. Attempting to steer with the rudder, he unknowingly applied the brakes instead. The airplane skidded off the runway, nosed over, and sustained structural damage to both wings and the empennage.
Damage
The accident resulted in substantial damage to the aircraft, specifically to both wings and the empennage.
Pilot Actions
The student pilot was the sole occupant. No other persons or aircraft were involved. The pilot did not report any injuries.