Accident Overview
During landing, an Aerostar 601 overran the runway and came to a stop approximately 125 feet beyond the departure end. The nose gear collapsed during the overrun.
Pilot Report
The pilot reported that he believed the wind was from about 180 degrees at 10 knots, gusting to 15 knots. Approximately 32 miles east-southeast of the accident site, at Pellston, Michigan, the wind was recorded as from 250 degrees at 20 knots.
Runway Information
The aircraft landed on Runway 9, which had a total length of 2,682 feet. However, due to a 525-foot displaced threshold caused by trees, the effective landing length was 2,157 feet.
Aircraft Performance Data
According to the Aerostar 601 Owner's Manual, the required landing distance for the aircraft at a gross weight of 5,000 lbs, with zero wind, 45 degrees of flaps, at sea level, and a 3-degree approach angle, was 2,180 feet.
Pilot's Pre-Landing Information
The pilot stated that an airport guide he used for planning purposes listed the runway length as 2,650 feet. Additionally, when he spoke with the airport operators, they informed him that the runway was 3,500 feet long.
Post-Accident Inspection
A post-accident inspection of the brake system revealed no mechanical problems.