Accident Overview
A pilot reported to an FAA aviation safety inspector that during landing, he flared the airplane too high. This resulted in a hard landing that initiated a porpoise oscillation. During the third porpoise, the airplane nosed over, coming to rest inverted or on its nose. The accident resulted in substantial damage to the firewall of the aircraft.
Pilot Statement
In a document provided to the FAA aviation safety inspector, the pilot stated that he flared too high, leading to a hard landing. After touchdown, the airplane began to porpoise, and on the third pitch oscillation, the nose of the aircraft struck the ground, causing the airplane to nosed over. The pilot did not provide further details or explanations for the flare height or subsequent actions.
Damage Assessment
As a result of the nosed-over landing, the firewall sustained substantial damage. No other specific damage items are mentioned in the pilot's statement or the inspector's documentation. The term "substantial damage" indicates that the aircraft likely required extensive repair, though the exact extent beyond the firewall is not specified.
Report Submission
Despite multiple requests from the investigating authorities, the pilot did not return the National Transportation Safety Board Form 6120.1 Pilot/Operator Aircraft Accident/Incident Report as requested. This form is standard for documenting aviation accidents and incidents, and its non-submission may affect the completeness of the official record.