Accident Details
During landing on a 1900-foot grass runway, the pilot discovered that the wheel brakes were not effective after touchdown. Unable to bring the airplane to a stop within the remaining runway length, the aircraft overran the strip. The nose gear contacted a ditch at the end of the runway, causing it to collapse. The fuselage and firewall sustained structural damage as a result of the impact.
Pilot Report
The pilot reported that the grass surface was wet from dew at the time of the landing. He stated that there were no mechanical problems with the airplane prior to the accident. The investigation did not identify any pre-existing faults with the braking system or other components.
Runway and Environmental Conditions
The runway was a 1900-foot grass strip. Dew had made the surface wet, likely reducing braking effectiveness. No further details about wind, visibility, or other weather factors were provided in the source.