Primary finding
Probable cause
Was the pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions which resulted in an improper flare. A factor related was the gusty wind condition.
Investigator assessment
Analysis narrative
The airplane settled to the runway from an altitude of about 3 feet during the landing flare. The airplane bounced, contacted the runway with the nose gear first, and porpoised 3 or 4 times prior to the pilot regaining control. Substantial damage to the wings and fuselage resulted from the hard landing. Reported winds at the time of the accident were from 130 degrees at 15 knots gusting to 21 knots.
Source record
Factual narrative
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