Event Details
According to the pilot, after touching down, he was unable to stop the aircraft before it departed the end of the paved runway. He initially elected to go around but ultimately decided to make a full stop. A witness reported that during the level-off, the aircraft bounced three times before colliding with a dirt bank.
Pilot Account
The pilot stated that when he added power to go around, the engine flooded. However, investigators found no evidence of any pre-accident mechanical failure or malfunction.
Investigation Notes
The investigation did not identify any mechanical issues that could have contributed to the event. The sequence involved a bounced landing followed by a runway excursion and collision with an earthen embankment.