Incident Overview
A pilot flying a single-engine aircraft entered the traffic pattern for landing on Runway 19. During the landing roll, as the nose was lowered, the pilot realized he was not aware of ongoing construction on the runway. By that point, the aircraft's speed was too slow to execute a go-around. The pilot then turned off the ignition and fuel and steered the aircraft to the left. The aircraft subsequently ran into a trench, which resulted in damage to the nose landing gear, right main landing gear, and right wing.
Investigation Findings
An investigation into the incident revealed that a Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM) had been issued regarding the runway construction. Additionally, the landing touchdown markings had been displaced beyond the construction area, although the pilot apparently did not see or recognize these markings in time.