Incident Overview
An airplane sustained substantial damage when it overran the end of the runway while landing. The landing was conducted on runway 18, a turf runway measuring 2,800 feet in length and 65 feet in width. The pilot was unable to bring the airplane to a stop before reaching the runway's end.
Pilot's Observations
The pilot reported that the grass on the runway was approximately 6 to 7 inches high and covered with dew. After touchdown, the pilot estimated that about 1,800 feet of runway remained. He believed that approximately 1,900 feet of runway would have been required to stop the airplane.
Contributing Conditions
The pilot stated, "Dew covered grass requires a greatly increased roll out distance." The combination of tall grass and dew was noted as affecting the airplane's stopping performance.
Damage
The airplane was substantially damaged during the overrun.