Investigation number
198800723
Occurrence date
Location
Mt Borradaile
Report release date
Report status
Final
Investigation type
Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status
Completed
Aviation occurrence category
Hard landing
Occurrence class
Accident
Highest injury level
None
The pilot reported that he made a normal circuit and approach to land with a touchdown speed of about 60 kts. However, the aircraft bounced and he pushed forward on the control column to recover. The aircraft then touched down first on the nosewheel which immediately collapsed. The aircraft slid to a stop on the nosegear and propeller while remaining on the strip.
Aircraft Details
Manufacturer
Cessna Aircraft Company
Model
182
Registration
VH-MQG
Serial number
R18201590
Operation type
Private
Departure point
Smith Point NT
Departure time
N/K
Destination
Mt Borradaile NT
Damage
Substantial