On November 28, 1999, a Mooney M20C (registration N6766U) was involved in an aviation accident near Hillsboro, TX. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot failed to maintain directional control of the airplane during a go-around. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During a go-around from a private airstrip, the pilot failed to maintain directional control. A gust of wind lifted the right wing, causing the airplane to turn left and strike trees, then come to rest inverted.
Accident Overview
The airplane impacted trees and terrain after the pilot failed to maintain directional control during a go-around from a private airstrip. The pilot reported that during the landing attempt, the airplane touched down beyond the desired touchdown point and was "rolling pretty fast." Deciding to abort the landing, the pilot initiated a go-around.
Sequence of Events
During the initial climb, a gust of wind lifted the right wing, causing the airplane to turn left. This maneuver resulted in the airplane striking trees located at the departure end of the airstrip. The airplane subsequently came to rest inverted.
Findings
The accident sequence was initiated by the pilot's decision to abort the landing after an overshoot of the touchdown point. The loss of directional control during the go-around, exacerbated by a gust of wind, led to the collision with trees.
Probable cause
The pilot failed to maintain directional control of the airplane during a go-around.