Incident Description
The pilot of an airplane attempted to take off from a runway measuring 2,400 feet in length. According to the pilot's report, he decided to abort the takeoff after accelerating for approximately 1,800 feet down the runway. The decision was made because the aircraft's airspeed indicator did not appear to properly represent the actual airspeed.
Pilot's Account
After aborting the takeoff, the pilot stated that he was unable to decelerate the aircraft within the remaining 600 feet of runway. As a result, the aircraft overran the end of the runway and collided with the airport's overrun barrier. The pilot reported no difficulties with the aircraft's engine power output or with the adequacy of the brakes.
Aircraft Damage
The aircraft was substantially damaged upon impact with the overrun barrier.