Accident Overview
While on final approach for a visual landing, a pilot reported an unspecified problem to the flight service station and elected to go around. The airplane subsequently crashed 300 feet short of the runway during the second approach.
Post-Crash Examination
Examination of the accident site disclosed that the nose wheel touched down first, followed by the main landing gear. The nose wheel assembly then separated from the aircraft. Further examination revealed that approximately 3 gallons of fuel remained in the fuel tanks.
Pilot Interviews and Mechanical Assessment
Subsequent interviews with the pilot disclosed that the engine was operating throughout the sequence of events, including the final touchdown. Post-crash examination of the airframe found no mechanical problems.
Findings
The accident involved a landing short of the runway after a go-around prompted by an unspecified problem. The landing sequence involved initial nose wheel contact. No mechanical issues were identified in the airframe or engine.