Introduction
An instructional flight involving a student pilot and a flight instructor ended in an accident during a full stop landing on runway 36. The aircraft sustained substantial damage to the firewall after the nose gear collapsed upon touchdown.
Flight Details
According to the student pilot, the flight was practicing crosswind landings. The intention was to perform a full stop landing on runway 36. Both pilots reported that the airplane was maintained at 70 knots on final approach. The landing was described as "flat." The flight instructor stated that he moved his hand to the throttle to add power, but it was too late.
Accident Sequence
Upon touchdown, the nose gear collapsed, causing substantial damage to the firewall. A review of a security video of the accident conducted by the airport manager revealed that the airplane did not flare prior to landing. The winds at the airport around the time of the accident were reported as variable from 240 degrees to 310 degrees at 10 knots, gusting to 17 knots.
Post-Accident Examination
A Federal Aviation Administration inspector performed an examination of the wreckage and found no anomalies with the airplane. No mechanical issues were identified that could have contributed to the event.
Conclusion
The accident occurred during a crosswind landing practice, with the airplane not flaring before touchdown. The nose gear collapsed, resulting in substantial damage. No probable cause was stated in the source.