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Aircraft Runs Off Runway During Go-Around and Hits Trees (N1540U)

Daniels Creek, AK, US

On September 15, 1984, a Cessna T-207 (registration N1540U) was involved in an aviation accident near Daniels Creek, AK. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to stop the aircraft after landing and subsequent failure to gain altitude during the go-around attempt, which resulted in a collision with trees. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-06-10Data APIEditorial standards

After landing past the threshold, the pilot initiated a go-around but failed to gain altitude, resulting in a collision with trees at the departure end of the strip.

What happened

The aircraft landed on the runway, touching down approximately 100 feet beyond the designated threshold. Upon application of the brakes, the pilot observed that the aircraft was not decelerating as expected. Consequently, a decision was made to initiate a go-around procedure.

During the climb phase of the go-around, the aircraft failed to become airborne effectively. It continued along the ground until it reached the departure end of the strip, where it collided with trees located in the vicinity.

The investigation

Following the accident, a post-crash inspection of the aircraft's engine was conducted. The examination revealed no evidence of mechanical failure or malfunction that would have contributed to the incident.

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to stop the aircraft after landing and subsequent failure to gain altitude during the go-around attempt, which resulted in a collision with trees.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X40945. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.