On 15 Jan 2013, a CIRRUS DESIGN CORP SR22 operated by Phillip Schoenwetter was involved in an aviation accident near Torrance, CA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a bounced landing. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A pilot experienced a bounced landing on an asphalt runway at night, resulting in a propeller strike and substantial damage to the engine mount structure.
Accident Sequence
During a night visual approach to an asphalt runway, the pilot reported adding engine power after noticing the flight controls felt mushy. The airspeed was approximately 85 knots with full flaps deployed. The airplane remained in ground effect longer than usual before touching down. Upon touchdown, the airplane bounced, causing the propeller to strike the runway surface. The airplane then porpoised but eventually came to a stop.
Damage
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the engine mount structure and support assembly.
Pilot Report
The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operations.