Summary
The aircraft was landing on runway 29 centre. After the initial touchdown, the aircraft ballooned and then again touched down firmly in a three point attitude. The nosewheel hub collapsed and the propeller blades struck the runway.
Inspection of the nosewheel indicated it had failed in overload as a result of the firm touchdown.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199301777 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 08/06/1993 |
| Location | Bankstown |
| State | New South Wales |
| Report release date | 30/10/1993 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Hard landing |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Cessna Aircraft Company |
|---|---|
| Model | 210K |
| Registration | VH-SIK |
| Sector | Piston |
| Operation type | Private |
| Departure point | Williamtown NSW |
| Destination | Bankstown NSW |
| Damage | Substantial |