Incident Overview
A student pilot was conducting full stop landings during a training flight. After three previous approaches, the pilot received a 'cleared for the option' clearance and elected to perform a touch-and-go landing. The student reported that the airplane took longer than usual to touch down and begin the landing roll.
Sequence of Events
The student applied full power and raised the flaps. He then stated that he believed the tower controller instructed him to get off the active runway immediately. Thinking he had sufficient runway to stop, the pilot reduced power and attempted to bring the aircraft to a halt. However, he was unable to stop before the airplane collided with the perimeter fence.
Communication Details
According to a recording of the communications, the controller had advised the student to make a left turn off the runway when able, because there was an aircraft on short final. The student's interpretation of this advisory as an urgent directive to vacate the runway led to his decision to abort the touch-and-go and attempt to stop.
Outcome
The aircraft collided with the perimeter fence. No injuries were reported in the source.