Accident Overview
The pilot of the airplane reported that after landing, the aircraft overran the 1,850-foot runway and came to rest in a ditch located on the departure end of the runway. The pilot stated that there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airframe or engine.
Aircraft Performance
A review of the airplane's landing performance chart indicated that if the pilot had landed at maximum gross weight with full flaps extended, a ground roll of approximately 740 feet would have been required to stop the aircraft. The specific conditions of the actual landing, including weight and flap configuration, were not detailed in the pilot's report.
Damage Assessment
The aircraft sustained substantial damage. Specifically, structural damage was noted to the firewall and the right wing.