Event Details
According to the pilot, the landing sequence began with a normal touchdown. However, immediately after touchdown, the nose of the airplane dropped. In response, the pilot added power. The airplane then bounced, veered to the right, and departed the runway surface. The aircraft came to rest in a nose-down attitude.
Damage
The accident resulted in substantial damage to the firewall and engine mounts. No other damage details were provided.
Pilot Report
The pilot stated that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.