Summary
After flaring too high the student pilot continued with the landing attempt but the aircraft struck the runway heavily then bounced several times. The nose gear assembly was distorted and the engine support frame was bent.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 198502555 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 22/09/1985 |
| Location | Camden |
| Report release date | 21/10/1985 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Hard landing |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
| Highest injury level | None |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Cessna Aircraft Company |
|---|---|
| Model | 152 |
| Registration | VH-FMG |
| Operation type | Flying Training |
| Departure point | Camden NSW |
| Destination | Camden NSW |
| Damage | Substantial |