Incident Summary
A pilot reported that during a descent for a touch-and-go landing, the airplane was not descending as expected and the pilot realized he was high on the approach. The pilot adjusted the trim for a more nose-down attitude and extended the flaps to 40 degrees. Throughout the descent, the pilot experienced updrafts and a tailwind, making it difficult to control the airplane. After passing the touchdown point on the runway, the airplane stalled and landed hard, bouncing several times. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the engine mount assembly. The pilot noted that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.
Pilot Actions
The pilot attempted to correct the high approach by trimming the airplane for a more nose-down attitude and fully extending the flaps. Despite these inputs, the airplane remained difficult to control due to environmental conditions. The pilot reported handling difficulties throughout the descent.
Outcome
The airplane impacted the runway hard beyond the intended touchdown point, resulting in multiple bounces. The damage was limited to the engine mount area. Post-incident examination by the pilot found no mechanical issues.