Accident Summary
An aircraft crashed into a swamp off the departure end of the runway during an attempted go-around. The pilot reported that the approach was normal but that the aircraft floated more than normal. A go-around was initiated. The pilot could not recall whether the aircraft touched down but felt that it did not climb properly. The aircraft struck a tree and crashed.
Witness Account
According to a witness, as the aircraft turned final, the pilot banked several times, and the aircraft speed was too fast for a slight tailwind that existed at the time. The witness stated that the aircraft touched down near the departure end of the runway. Power was applied, and the aircraft became airborne in a stalling manner before crashing in the swamp across the road.
Runway and Surroundings
During the investigation, tire marks were found on the last 250 feet of the runway and continued through some high grass. No tire marks were found on the road. The aircraft came to rest 200 feet past the road with the left wing sheared off. The runway is approximately 1,400 feet long with a high point in the middle, sloping down to both ends. The road perpendicular to the runway is 50 feet from the departure end.