Accident Details
A 473-hour private pilot flying a single-engine, tail-wheel equipped airplane returned to his private 1,800-foot by 80-foot grass airstrip after a 35-minute local flight. The pilot performed a successful stop-and-go landing, then remained in the traffic pattern for a second approach.
During the second landing attempt to the north (runway 35) at approximately 2015 local time, the pilot touched down long and judged he did not have sufficient runway remaining to stop. He added power to abort the landing. The STOL airplane became airborne but was unable to clear trees at the departure end of the airstrip.
The airplane struck trees and terrain, coming to rest about 510 feet beyond the departure end. The left wing separated from the airframe during the impact sequence.
Pilot Experience and Aircraft Condition
The pilot reported 173 hours of experience in the accident airplane make and model, and stated there were no mechanical problems with the airplane prior to the mishap. The total flight time of the pilot was 473 hours.
Weather Conditions
At the time of the accident, weather was clear with calm winds.
Additional Information
The accident occurred on a private airstrip. The airplane was a single-engine tail-wheel type. No other persons or property were involved.