Investigation number
198502514
Occurrence date
Location
Hoxton Park
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, who was inexperienced in total hours and hours on the aircraft type, landed the aircraft firmly. A bounce occurred but the pilot persevered with the landing. After the aircraft had bounced a further three times the nose wheel collapsed and the aircraft slid to rest on its nose.
Aircraft Details
Manufacturer
Beech Aircraft Corp
Model
23
Registration
VH-UMM
Operation type
Private
Departure point
Hoxton Park NSW
Departure time
N/A
Destination
Hoxton Park NSW
Damage
Substantial