Incident
Upon arrival at the uncontrolled destination airport, the pilot conducted a visual approach under dark night visual flight rules (VFR) conditions. During the approach, he observed that the lights appeared different than usual and decided to perform a go-around. A second approach was then initiated. Late in the second approach, the pilot recognized that he was about to land in a culvert and applied full power in an attempt to avoid it, but was unable to prevent a collision with the terrain. The impact occurred between the runway and a parallel taxiway.
Airport and NOTAM Information
The non-directional beacon (NDB) and rotating beacon at the airport were operational. However, the runway had been closed since July 19, 1988, due to construction. The runway lights were not illuminated during the attempted landing. A Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) had been issued regarding the runway closure. However, the pilot did not specify his destination airport during the weather briefing, and as a result, the NOTAM was not provided to him.
Probable Cause
The source does not state a probable cause for the accident.