On October 19, 1989, a Cessna 207 (registration N1517U) operated by Freight Runners, Inc. was involved in an aviation accident near Dodgeville, WI. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: PILOT'S IMPROPER PLANNING/DECISION AND HIS DELAY IN DECIDING TO GO AROUND. FACTORS RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: THE UNFAVORABLE WIND CONDITIONS, THE PILOT'S VISUAL PERCEPTION ON THE CROWNED RUNWAY, HIS MISJUDGEMENT OF SPEED AND REMAINING DISTANCE ON THE… This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During landing roll, the aircraft became airborne over a runway crest. The pilot attempted a go-around but settled back onto the runway, applied heavy braking, and departed the runway end, damaging the left wing on uneven terrain.
Incident Details
During the landing roll, the aircraft became airborne as it passed over a crown or crest in the runway. The pilot stated that he applied full power to avoid a stall, then continued with full power to go around. However, the aircraft settled back onto the runway. The pilot determined that there was insufficient airspeed and runway remaining to complete the go-around.
Pilot Actions
The pilot applied heavy braking but was unable to stop the aircraft on the runway. The aircraft continued off the departure end and went down an embankment toward a highway. The pilot intentionally swerved the aircraft to the right to avoid the road. While turning, the left wing struck uneven terrain and was damaged.
Runway and Wind Conditions
The first portion of the runway had a 3% upsloping grade. The pilot estimated the wind as from 020 degrees at 15 knots gusting to 25 knots.
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