Incident Details
A student pilot, who was aware of a displaced threshold (2,600 feet) on runway 17, was cleared for landing. During the final approach with full flaps (37 degrees), the airplane began to drop from approximately 100 feet above ground level (AGL). The pilot added half throttle, but the added power did not stop the descent. Upon deciding to execute a go-around, the pilot applied full power and retracted the flaps to 21 degrees. Immediately after, the left wing of the airplane struck the dirt, causing the aircraft to spin about 150 degrees before coming to rest in the grass adjacent to the runway.
Pilot Background
The operator reported that the student had received instruction on all solo requirements, including emergency procedures and go-around procedures. The student stated that he had never performed a go-around with an instructor; however, during a previous solo flight, he had conducted a go-around from 400 feet AGL on approach to runway 31. The student noted that this was his first attempt at a go-around from a low altitude.
Aircraft Damage and Report
According to the Pilot/Operator Report, the aircraft stalled while attempting the go-around, with the left wing impacting the ground.
Weather Conditions
At the time of the incident, winds were from 160° to 170° at 13 knots, gusting to 22 knots.