Investigation number
198502527
Occurrence date
Location
Bankstown
Report release date
Report status
Final
Investigation type
Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status
Completed
Aviation occurrence category
Hard landing
Occurrence class
Accident
Highest injury level
None
The pilot was carrying out a series of practice circuits and landings. On this particular approach the aircraft bounced after touchdown. The pilot applied some power in an attempt to cushion the subsequent touchdown, however the aircarft struck the ground heavily and bounced again. A go around was conducted and was followed by a normal landing. Post-flight inspection revealed damage to the nose strut, the engine firewall area and the propeller.
Aircraft Details
Manufacturer
Cessna Aircraft Company
Model
182
Registration
VH-WPC
Operation type
Private
Departure point
Bankstown NSW
Departure time
1340 approx
Destination
Bankstown NSW
Damage
Substantial