Primary finding
Probable cause
The pilot's improper flare which resulted in a loss of aircraft control and subsequent hard landing.
Investigator assessment
Analysis narrative
The pilot reported that during landing he flared too high, which resulted in the airplane bouncing hard three times. A postaccident examination of the airplane revealed that the firewall had sustained substantial damage. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Source record
Factual narrative
The pilot reported that during landing he flared too high, which resulted in the airplane bouncing hard three times. A postaccident examination of the airplane revealed that the firewall had sustained substantial damage. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.