Summary
A pilot reported that after canceling his IFR flight plan, he entered a left downwind for runway 12. The subsequent final approach was unusually steep and fast. Midway down the runway, the pilot realized his speed was too high and opted not to attempt a go-around. He forced the airplane onto the runway, resulting in an overrun into a ravine at the end of the runway.
Circumstances
The pilot stated that upon having the airport in sight, he canceled his IFR flight plan and initiated a left downwind entry for runway 12. The approach was characterized as unusually steep and fast. The pilot indicated that at the midpoint of the runway, he recognized that his speed was excessive but was afraid to perform a go-around. Instead, he forced the airplane onto the runway surface.
Pilot Statement
According to the pilot, there were no mechanical or flight control issues with the airplane prior to the accident. The incident occurred when the airplane overran the end of the runway and entered a ravine.