Primary finding
Probable cause
The pilot's improper flare and inadequate recovery from a bounced landing.
Investigator assessment
Analysis narrative
The pilot reported that his landing approach was fast, and that the airplane ballooned, and then bounced twice during the touchdown. The propeller and firewall were damaged, and the belly skin was wrinkled.
Source record
Factual narrative
The pilot reported that his landing approach was fast, and the airplane ballooned and bounced twice during the touchdown. The propeller was damaged, and the firewall and belly skin were wrinkled.