Event Details
A student pilot conducted three landing attempts on runway 29 amid crosswind conditions. The first two attempts were unsuccessful. During the third approach, the airplane touched down approximately 400 to 600 feet beyond the runway threshold. After touchdown, the aircraft departed the right side of the runway and entered the grass.
Pilot Actions
The student pilot applied full power and attempted to abort the landing by initiating a go-around. As the nose of the airplane was raised, the stall warning horn activated. Recognizing that the airplane would not be able to climb over an adjacent embankment, the pilot aborted the takeoff.
Impact and Damage
The airplane continued forward and struck the embankment. The impact sheared off the nose landing gear. The aircraft came to rest in an upright position.
Wind Conditions
The pilot estimated the wind as from 270 degrees at 20 knots, with gusts to 25 knots.