Summary
On final approach, the pilot reported that the aircraft encountered a strong headwind. At about 30 feet above the ground the aircraft began to sink and the stall warning sounded. The pilot applied some power and selected a higher nose attitude, but the aircraft landed heavily on the mainwheels, bounced onto the nosewheel and the propeller struck the runway. The aircraft ran off the runway before the pilot was able to regain control.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 198503505 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 24/03/1985 |
| Location | Archerfield |
| Report release date | 13/05/1985 |
| 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 | Piper Aircraft Corp |
|---|---|
| Model | PA-38 |
| Registration | VH-FLA |
| Operation type | Flying Training |
| Departure point | Archerfield QLD |
| Destination | Archerfield QLD |
| Damage | Substantial |