Incident Overview
A pilot flying an Instrument Landing System (ILS) approach to runway 9R at Flying Cloud Airport in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, experienced a misaligned landing that resulted in the aircraft striking runway lights. The pilot reported that after following the glideslope, he leveled off at an altitude described as 'a few feet above decision height.' At that point, he had difficulty identifying the runway lights because of the prevailing weather conditions.
Weather Conditions
Weather at the time was reported as 300 feet overcast ceiling with visibility of one-half mile in fog and mist. These conditions contributed to the pilot's reduced ability to visually acquire the runway environment.
Pilot's Account
The pilot stated that when he finally spotted the runway lights, he was already beyond the runway threshold and not properly aligned with the runway centerline. Consequently, the airplane touched down off the right edge of the runway and struck several runway lights during the landing roll.
Aircraft Examination
Post-incident examination of the airplane revealed no mechanical anomalies or malfunctions that could have contributed to the event.