What happened
On September 16, 2019, an ultralight aircraft, an Aeroprakt A 22 L2 with registration SP-SKRB, was performing training flights at the Zator airfield. After completing six circuits, the aircraft bounced off the runway upon landing. In response to the bounce, the pilot attempted to arrest the climb, increased engine power, and pushed the control column forward. These maneuvers resulted in a three-point landing.
As a result of the three-point touchdown, the aircraft's front landing gear strut was damaged, and the propeller struck the ground, causing damage to the propeller itself. The pilot sustained no injuries during the incident.
The investigation
The PKBWL examined the sequence of events following the report submitted by the aircraft operator. The investigation focused on the pilot's control inputs immediately following the aircraft's departure from the runway surface and the subsequent impact with the ground.