What happened
The aircraft was being vectored in instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) for a VOR Runway 18 approach to the destination airport. Upon reporting the airport in sight, the pilot received clearance for a visual approach. During the descent, the pilot observed that ice had accumulated on the flight control surfaces.
As the aircraft reached the final approach for the 2,627-foot runway, the pilot decided to execute a go-around. This decision was driven by the appearance of an icy runway surface and concerns regarding braking capability, specifically the fear of being unable to stop before reaching a highway and a fence located at the departure end of the runway. The pilot's original intention following the go-around was to land on a perpendicular runway.
During the maneuver, the landing gear and flaps were retracted and full power was applied. However, the aircraft was unable to maintain flight, resulting in a landing in a field situated beyond the highway.