Incident Overview
An aircraft was returning to an unlighted private airstrip after a local pleasure flight. According to the pilot, the sun had set but the sky was still illuminated. The pilot stated that he was able to set up an approach, but when established on final approach he lost sight of the runway. He executed a low go-around to try to spot the runway, then elected to attempt a second approach. Again, the pilot reportedly lost sight of the runway on final approach.
Go-Around and Collision
The pilot decided to perform another go-around and fly to a nearby airport with lights. While starting the second go-around attempt, the aircraft struck a fence, flipping it over onto its back. No further details about the aircraft, occupants, or injuries were provided in the source.
Circumstances
The incident occurred at an unlighted private airstrip. The pilot's statements indicate that visibility of the runway was lost on final approach during both landing attempts. The exact time of day and weather conditions were not specified beyond the sun having set but the sky still illuminated.