Light Sport Aircraft
Flight Crew Private
Flight Crew Last 90 Days 14.2; Flight Crew Total 87; Flight Crew Type 60.8
Human-Machine Interface; Training / Qualification
Inflight Event / Encounter Loss Of Aircraft Control
Aircraft Aircraft Damaged; Flight Crew Regained Aircraft Control
Human Factors
I was making a normal visual approach. I flared the airplane and the mains touched down; and the aircraft began a porpoise motion; bouncing 3 times before continuing an uneventful rollout and taxi back to parking. Upon disembarkation; I noticed that the front nose gear was bent. The next day; Owner called me to inform me of further damage to the craft. I should have performed a go-around instead of allowing the bouncing motions to continue; raising the possibility of hitting runway lights and/or other obstructions. I will be seeking additional training from my instructor on landings; specifically crosswind and unusual landing procedures.
LSA pilot reports a bounced landing that results in significant damage to the aircraft.