Primary finding
Probable cause
The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in a loss of control.
Investigator assessment
Analysis narrative
According to the pilot, after an uneventful local flight, he made a normal landing approach. Upon touchdown on the right main landing gear, the airplane bounced and ground looped to the left. The airplane nosed over and came to rest inverted, resulting in substantial damage to both wings and the tail section. The pilot reported that he should not have delayed performance of a more effective recovery from the bounced landing.
Source record
Factual narrative
According to the pilot after an uneventful cross-country flight he set up for landing after a normal approach. Upon touchdown on the right main landing gear, the airplane bounced and ground looped to the left. The airplane nosed over inverted resulting in substantial damage to both wings and tail section. The reported wind at the time of the accident was calm with no gusts. After the accident, the experienced pilot reported that he should not have delayed in performing a more effective recovery from the bounced landing.