Summary
Circumstances:
During a period of solo circuit training using runway 11R, the pilot was advised by the tower of strengthening winds with a maximum crosswind component of 15 knots. He elected to fly another circuit to assess the conditions and on downwind decided to make a full-stop landing on runway 11C to terminate the flight. Upon touching down the aircraft commenced to bounce and veer into wind. After several bounces the nose landing gear collapsed.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199002024 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 03/11/1990 |
| Location | Bankstown |
| State | New South Wales |
| Report release date | 04/04/1991 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Loss of control |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
| Highest injury level | None |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Piper Aircraft Corp |
|---|---|
| Model | PA-38 |
| Registration | VH-NFY |
| Serial number | 38-82A0096 |
| Sector | Piston |
| Operation type | Flying Training |
| Departure point | Bankstown NSW |
| Destination | Bankstown NSW |
| Damage | Substantial |