Summary
The pilot was attempting to land at Numurkah airstrip in gusty crosswind conditions. After a normal approach, the pilot reports having difficulty controlling the aircraft during the landing flare. The aircraft speed decreased, the aircraft stalled and landed heavily on the runway. The nose wheel collapsed, damaging the engine cowl and propeller.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199800345 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 25/01/1998 |
| Location | Numurkah (ALA) |
| State | Victoria |
| Report release date | 18/03/1998 |
| 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 | Piper Aircraft Corp |
|---|---|
| Model | PA-28-235 |
| Registration | VH-MIM |
| Sector | Piston |
| Operation type | Private |
| Departure point | Patho ALA Vic. |
| Destination | Numurkah ALA Vic. |
| Damage | Substantial |