Accident Overview
An airplane on final approach experienced a runway excursion after the pilot decided to initiate a go-around. The aircraft touched down long, departed the runway, and collided with a fence.
Pilot Report
The pilot reported that while on final approach, he realized that his ground speed was higher than his airspeed. At an altitude of about 50 to 100 feet, he decided to go around, but the engine sputtered. The airplane subsequently touched down long and exited the runway, colliding with a fence.
Witness Accounts
One witness reported that the pilot made an extremely high approach and initiated a slip to lose altitude. Another witness reported that the airplane was about 250 to 400 feet from the runway departure end when it touched down.
Examination
An FAA Aviation Safety Inspector examined the airplane and the accident site. The inspector stated that the pilot applied the brakes after touching down long, and there was no evidence of mechanical malfunction found during the examination.