What happened
The pilot reported that the aircraft landed short of the runway while on final approach into Kezer Airport (KEZR) near Springtown, Texas. Upon impact with a fence located at the end of the runway, the aircraft traveled approximately 200 feet along the runway surface before coming to a complete stop. The collision resulted in substantial damage to the left wing, nose gear, and propeller.
The investigation
Examination of the aircraft confirmed the extent of the structural damage incurred during the overrun. The left wing assembly, nose landing gear, and propeller system sustained significant impact trauma consistent with striking a stationary fence barrier at the runway threshold.
Findings
- Substantial damage to the left wing, nose gear, and propeller
- Aircraft stopped approximately 200 feet from initial touchdown point
- Collision occurred with a fence at the end of the runway
- Landing was executed short of the intended runway threshold
Safety message
Pilots should ensure adequate approach stability and distance calculations to avoid landing short of the runway, particularly when operating at airports with limited overrun areas or obstacles near the departure and arrival ends.