Incident Overview
On June 2, 2015, at approximately 13:00 local time, a Cessna T206H with registration N666AH experienced an accident while landing at Calvi Sainte-Catherine aerodrome. The aircraft was operating as a private general aviation flight and sustained heavy damage to its structure.
Flight Details
The pilot, accompanied by four passengers, was conducting an Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) journey from Donaueschingen in Germany to the destination aerodrome. Upon arrival, the crew executed a Locator approach for Runway 18, followed by a visual maneuver. During the final approach to Runway 36, the aircraft was configured with flaps set at 20 degrees.
Accident Sequence
According to the pilot's testimony, the aircraft bounced upon initial touchdown due to the influence of a wind gust. The pilot reported an inability to control the trajectory during this event. Consequently, during the final bounce, the rear section of the fuselage made contact with the runway surface.
Operational Context
The pilot held a private pilot license for airplanes and had accumulated 1,320 total flight hours, including 33 hours in the preceding three months. The pilot confirmed that the aircraft's mass and center of gravity were within manufacturer limits. Meteorological conditions at the aerodrome included winds from 030 degrees at 10 knots, variable between 360 and 060 degrees, and clear skies (CAVOK).