On 15 Apr 2011, a WALKER J C LANCAIR 320 operated by WALKER JAMES C was involved in an aviation accident near Baltimore, MD. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing. This summary draws on records from NTSB.
A pilot reported being high and fast on final approach, then experiencing two bounces and a left veer upon touchdown. The nose gear separated, left main gear punctured the wing, and right main gear folded, resulting in substantial damage.
Event Description
The pilot stated that he entered the landing pattern, completed all checklist items, and turned from base to final approach for landing. The airplane was high and fast on final. Upon touchdown, the airplane bounced two times and veered to the left before coming to a stop. The nose gear separated, the left main landing gear came up through the left wing resulting in substantial damage, and the right main landing gear folded.
Examination
Examination of the airframe, flight controls, engine assembly and accessories revealed no anomalies.
Pilot Statement
The pilot stated he did not experience any mechanical problems with the airplane prior to the accident and that he should have made a go-around after the first bounce.