Accident Overview
At the conclusion of a night cross-country flight, the pilot attempted to land at his home airpark under dark night conditions. The airport's rotating beacon was operating, but according to the NOTAM in effect, both the runway and taxiway lights were inoperative.
Approach and Go-Around Attempts
The pilot made an initial approach but executed a go-around because he could not see the runway "soon enough." A second approach was initiated, and again the pilot attempted a go-around. Shortly after commencing the second go-around, the airplane impacted the ground approximately 300 feet to the right of, and 700 feet from, the approach end of the runway. The impact point was also 50 feet to the right of the parallel taxiway.
Mechanical Condition
Post-accident examination revealed no mechanical malfunctions with the aircraft.