Incident Overview
A student pilot performing his second solo flight reported that the aircraft experienced turbulence during the first approach to the runway, prompting a go-around. On the second attempt, he executed a steeper-than-normal approach and the airplane touched down past the runway numbers.
Sequence of Events
As the aircraft decelerated on the runway, it encountered a wind gust, according to the pilot. The airplane then veered off the left side of the runway. It skidded across an icy area and impacted a plowed ridge of snow situated approximately 25 feet from the left edge of the runway.
Pilot Experience and Conditions
The student pilot reported a total flight time of 15.7 hours, including 0.5 hours of solo flight time. The accident occurred during his second solo flight. He stated that the runway was clear, dry, and in good condition, with surface winds estimated at 5 to 7 knots. No further details about the aircraft or injuries were provided.