Go-around attempt resulting in runway excursion and gear collapse

Casualties unknown • Jacksonville, FL, US

A pilot attempted a go-around on a wet runway after failing to decelerate sufficiently, leading to an excursion onto the grass and a collapsed landing gear.

What happened

The pilot was executing an ILS approach to runway 32 at approximately 120 knots. Upon touchdown in the first quarter of the runway at about 100 knots, the pilot noted that the runway surface was wet. To avoid potential hydroplaning, the pilot relied primarily on aerodynamic braking rather than heavy wheel braking.

As the aircraft passed the midfield point, the pilot determined that the aircraft retained significant momentum. Faced with the choice of applying firm braking or initiating a go-around, the pilot elected to perform a go-around with one quarter of the runway remaining. After climbing to approximately 50 feet, the pilot observed that the aircraft was not climbing as expected. Consequently, the pilot aborted the go-around and landed on the grass past the departure end of the runway. While traversing the grass, the aircraft veered sideways, which caused the left main gear to collapse.

Findings

The pilot reported that there were no malfunctions regarding the aircraft brakes or the aircraft systems during the go-around attempt.

Probable cause

The pilot's decision to initiate a go-around with insufficient runway remaining, combined with the inability of the aircraft to climb effectively, led to an excursion onto the grass and subsequent gear collapse.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2005-10-06 Beech 58 accident near Jacksonville, FL?

A pilot attempted a go-around on a wet runway after failing to decelerate sufficiently, leading to an excursion onto the grass and a collapsed landing gear.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2005-10-06 involved a Beech 58, registration N4UT, operated by Ram Air Freight Inc, at Jacksonville, FL.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's decision to initiate a go-around with insufficient runway remaining, combined with the inability of the aircraft to climb effectively, led to an excursion onto the grass and subsequent gear collapse.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20051108X01803. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.

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