Incident Overview
The pilot of an airplane reported a hard landing on runway 14 that resulted in the collapse of the nose landing gear. According to the pilot, during short final while approaching the runway threshold, engine power was reduced to maintain glideslope, full flaps were added, and a small amount of left rudder was applied to stay aligned with the runway heading. Subsequently, the airplane sank and landed hard, causing the nose gear to collapse.
Wind Conditions and Runway
Prior to the approach, air traffic control advised the pilot that the wind at the destination airport was from 190 degrees at 14 knots, gusting to 18 knots. Approximately 10 minutes after the accident, the automated weather observation station at the airport reported wind from 200 degrees at 14 knots. The airplane landed on runway 14.
Airport Facility Information
The Airport Facility Directory included a note: "Steep drop off north of runway 14."
Mechanical Condition
The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Damage
The airplane sustained substantial damage to both engine mounts, the right wing, tail, and rudder.