What happened
The aircraft touched down beyond the intended point on a 2,750-foot runway covered in wet grass. Upon applying the brakes, the pilot determined that the remaining distance was insufficient to bring the aircraft to a safe stop. Consequently, he elected to initiate a go-around procedure.
During the climb-out phase of this maneuver, the aircraft struck a fence located near the runway end. Despite sustaining damage from the collision, the aircraft remained airborne and controllable. The pilot subsequently returned to the airport and completed an uneventful landing.
The investigation
Post-incident inspection revealed significant structural damage resulting from the fence impact. Both wing fuel tanks had been ruptured, compromising the integrity of the fuel system. Additionally, the empennage was damaged by the collision with the fence structure.