Incident Overview
A night approach to a runway resulted in a collision with approach lights and a blast fence after the pilot continued visually beyond the decision height. The aircraft, which had been flying an Instrument Landing System (ILS) approach, descended to the decision height and then transitioned to a visual approach. The pilot reported that the visual approach slope indicator (VASI) was operating during the approach.
Sequence of Events
According to the pilot's report, the aircraft struck the approach lights, which severed the landing gear. The aircraft then impacted a blast fence and additional approach lights before coming to rest short of the runway. The pilot stated that he was possibly distracted by lights on an interstate highway located just before the runway. He also mentioned feeling fatigued after a long day and 7 hours of flying.
Conditions and Pilot Comments
The approach occurred at night with visibility greater than 10 miles. The pilot noted that the VASI was functioning properly. He attributed the accident to possible distraction from highway lights and fatigue from extended flight duties.