Incident Overview
A Cessna 185, registration N3462Y, entered the traffic pattern for Runway 18 when the UNICOM operator warned the pilot of another aircraft in the pattern. The other aircraft was a Mooney Mite, registration N4129. The Cessna pilot continued his approach but did not see the Mooney Mite until after the Cessna touched down.
Sequence of Events
Upon touchdown, the Cessna pilot lowered the nose in a wheel landing and saw the Mooney Mite coming from the opposite direction. The Mooney pilot reported he was on the first third of Runway 36 when he observed the Cessna on the first third of Runway 18. Both pilots steered to the right. The Cessna went off the runway, and the pilot applied full brakes. The aircraft 'mired down in the grass' and flipped over.
Aircraft and Conditions
The Mooney Mite did not have an electrical system, meaning no radio or lights. The sun had just set, and the runway lights were on. According to the Mooney pilot, there was still 'good light' and visibility was good. The Cessna pilot reported the wind was calm.
Pilot Accounts
The Cessna pilot stated he did not see the Mooney Mite until after his touchdown. The Mooney pilot indicated he was aware of the Cessna upon entering the runway. Both pilots took evasive action by steering right.