Background
Prior to landing, the pilot checked the aircraft's brakes to ensure their integrity and noted that the left brake did not hold pressure. He elected to land on runway 01 because the hangar and ramp areas were located at the north end of the field and he did not want to taxi a long distance with an inoperative brake.
Landing
According to reports, the aircraft was high and fast on final approach. It touched down approximately 1,000 feet from the departure end of the 4,000-foot runway. During the landing roll, the aircraft continued off the end of the runway, struck a ditch, and flipped over. The wind at the time was reported to be from 210 degrees at 7 knots.
Post-Accident Examination
An examination of the aircraft revealed that the flaps were up. A hydraulic leak was found at the 45-degree fitting at the brake housing.