Incident Overview
A pilot reported that during a landing in a right crosswind with wind gusts, he applied a right crosswind correction and flared the airplane. The aircraft touched down with the right main landing gear on the runway.
Sequence of Events
After touchdown, the pilot removed the right crosswind control corrections. The airplane then landed hard. As the nose wheel settled onto the runway, the airplane swerved to the left, leading to a wheelbarrow condition. Subsequently, the nose landing gear collapsed.
Damage Assessment
The collapse of the nose landing gear resulted in substantial damage to the firewall and forward baggage compartment supports.
Pilot Report
The pilot reported no mechanical problems with the airplane prior to or during the landing.