On May 13, 1997, a Cessna 185 (registration N1005F) was involved in an aviation accident near Cordova, AK. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot reported that he should have performed a go-around. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A pilot landing a float-equipped airplane on a lake encountered geese, extended the approach, and after touchdown could not stop before the shoreline, resulting in the airplane striking a tree.
Accident Sequence
A pilot was landing a float-equipped airplane on a lake. During the approach, the pilot observed a flock of geese near the intended touchdown point. To avoid the geese, the pilot elected to lengthen the landing approach and fly over them. Following touchdown, the pilot realized that the airplane would not stop before reaching the shoreline. The pilot also determined that there was insufficient room to abort the landing. The airplane subsequently ran up onto the shore and struck a tree.
Pilot's Statement
The pilot reported that he should have performed a go-around instead of continuing with the landing. No further details regarding the airplane or the pilot were provided in the source.
Probable cause
The pilot reported that he should have performed a go-around.