Incident Overview
A pilot reported that during the approach for landing, his attention was drawn to other aircraft taxiing near the runway. He stated that waiting for one of those planes to stop short of the runway interrupted his normal landing procedure. Subsequently, he encountered insufficient braking and decided to abort the landing.
Go-Around and Runway Excursion
During the go-around, the aircraft ran off the end of the runway and entered muddy terrain. The pilot then cut power, and the plane skidded to a stop in a depression filled with water and mud.
Aircraft and Maintenance Details
The brake pads on the aircraft had been recently replaced. Despite this, no mechanical malfunctions or failures were reported. The investigation did not identify any defects in the braking system.
Conclusion
The pilot's focus on other aircraft and the decision to abort the landing due to insufficient braking preceded the runway excursion. The incident highlights the challenges of managing distractions and braking performance during critical phases of flight.