Incident Summary
A pilot reported that the 'directional plane' at the airport indicated winds from 180 to 240 degrees, which favored runway 27. This information contradicted what the AWOS had reported. The pilot realized he would not be able to stop the airplane on the runway. Considering the length of runway remaining, the airspeed, and the dark night conditions, he doubted he could rotate the airplane off the runway. The airplane subsequently traveled off the end of runway 27 at a speed of about 35 knots.
Pilot Account
According to the pilot, the directional plane's wind indication led him to believe runway 27 was the appropriate choice. However, the AWOS provided different wind data. The pilot stated that under the circumstances—limited runway remaining, his current airspeed, and the dark night—he did not believe he could safely lift off again. The airplane continued beyond the runway end.
Weather Conditions
The AWOS at the time of the accident was reporting winds from 160 degrees at 16 knots, gusting to 24 knots. The pilot noted dark night conditions. No other weather information was provided in the source.