Aircraft Overruns Runway After Attempted Go-Around

Casualties unknown • Dodgeville, WI, US

An aircraft became airborne during its landing roll over a runway crest, leading to an unsuccessful go-around attempt and a subsequent excursion off the departure end of the runway.

What happened

During the landing roll, the aircraft became airborne as it traveled over a crown or crest in the runway. To prevent a stall, the pilot applied full power and attempted to continue with a go-around. However, the aircraft settled back onto the runway.

The pilot determined there was insufficient airspeed and remaining runway length to complete the go-around. Despite applying heavy braking, the aircraft was unable to stop within the runway limits. The aircraft continued off the departure end of the runway and descended down an embankment toward a highway. To avoid hitting the road, the pilot intentionally swerved the aircraft to the right. During this turn, the left wing struck uneven terrain, resulting in damage.

Findings

Investigation of the site revealed that the first part of the runway featured a 3% upslope grade. At the time of the event, the pilot estimated the wind was from 020 degrees at 15 knots, gusting to 25 knots.

Probable cause

The aircraft became airborne over a runway crest during the landing roll, and an attempted go-around failed due to insufficient airspeed and remaining runway, leading to a runway excursion.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1989-10-19 Cessna 207 accident near Dodgeville, WI?

An aircraft became airborne during its landing roll over a runway crest, leading to an unsuccessful go-around attempt and a subsequent excursion off the departure end of the runway.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1989-10-19 involved a Cessna 207, registration N1517U, operated by Freight Runners, Inc., at Dodgeville, WI.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft became airborne over a runway crest during the landing roll, and an attempted go-around failed due to insufficient airspeed and remaining runway, leading to a runway excursion.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X29568. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.

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