Introduction
A recently certified private pilot, who was not rated for instrument flight, initiated a night visual flight rules (VFR) cross-country flight. The pilot departed into an area where instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) were known to exist.
Flight Details
During the flight, the pilot encountered adverse weather conditions and reversed course. The pilot then attempted to land at an unfamiliar airport. The aircraft touched down long on the runway, prompting the pilot to announce on the UNICOM frequency that a go-around was being performed.
Accident Sequence
After announcing the go-around, the aircraft climbed to approximately 200 feet above ground level (AGL). At that altitude, the aircraft stalled and descended nose-down until it impacted the ground.
Weather and Pilot Experience
The sky was overcast with moderate rain falling at the time of the accident. No artificial lighting was present in the direction of flight. The pilot had a total of 5 hours of night flying experience, none of which was conducted outside a lighted metropolitan area.