Incident Overview
A student pilot was returning from a solo cross-country flight when a hard landing occurred during the touchdown sequence. According to the pilot's report, she flared the airplane too high above the runway just prior to landing, causing a hard impact.
Sequence of Events
Following the hard touchdown, the student pilot applied full power in an attempt to execute a go-around. However, the airplane bounced, and during the bounce, the nose landing gear collapsed. The aircraft then skidded down the runway before coming to rest.
Aircraft Examination
A Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) inspector examined the airplane and documented substantial damage. Notably, a large hole was found in the cockpit floor, located just aft of the left seat rudder pedals.
Pilot and Mechanical Report
The student pilot reported no preexisting mechanical malfunctions or anomalies that would have precluded normal operations. No other details regarding the pilot, aircraft type, or location were provided in the source.