On November 16, 1990, a Bellanca 7GCBC (registration N57434) operated by Harris, Joseph L was involved in an aviation accident near Boise, ID. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S DELAYING REMEDIAL ACTION AFTER A POOR LANDING APPROACH. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During a pleasure flight, a pilot landed and then departed for another approach. After touching down long and bouncing, the pilot initiated a go-around but collided with trees. No mechanical failures were reported.
Accident Summary
A pilot on a pleasure flight experienced an accident after a bounced landing at a private airstrip. The aircraft collided with trees during an attempted go-around. The pilot reported no mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane at the time of the accident.
Sequence of Events
According to the pilot, the flight initially landed without incident at a private airstrip. After a short time on the ground, the aircraft departed to perform another landing. During the approach, the pilot stated that he was "little high and fast." The airplane touched down long and bounced. In response, the pilot applied full power and turned left toward lower terrain. However, the airplane collided with trees.
Post-Accident Findings
The pilot reported that there were no mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane at the time of the accident. No other contributing factors were identified in the available information.