What happened
On 22 July 2001, a Rans S6-ES, registration G-BZGF, was conducting a private flight at London Colney Airfield in Hertfordshire. During the landing phase on Runway 22, the aircraft performed a three-point touchdown. However, the aircraft subsequently bounced off the runway surface.
Upon the second touchdown, which was characterized by a firm impact on all three landing gear points, the propeller made contact with the ground. This impact caused the engine to cease operation immediately. The pilot was able to exit the aircraft without sustaining any injuries.
The investigation
The investigation was based on the aircraft accident report submitted by the pilot. Examination of the aircraft following the event revealed that the propeller had been chipped and the fuselage frame had been bent. The pilot's own assessment indicated that the incident was a result of excessive speed during the touchdown phase.