Primary finding
Probable cause
Proper descent rate was not maintained by the pilot in command which resulted in a hard landing.
Investigator assessment
Analysis narrative
While conducting her first student solo, the student experienced a hard landing which damaged the propeller, nose wheel assembly and fire wall. The accident was not reported and was discovered by the FAA during a routine inspection of a maintenance facility where the aircraft was undergoing repair.
Source record
Factual narrative
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