Landing Attempt
The pilot attempted a landing on Runway 35, which is 2,987 feet long and 50 feet wide, with a concrete surface. She reported calm winds. The airplane was equipped with a tricycle landing gear. The pilot stated she used a 10-degree flap setting for the landing and executed what she described as a 'perfect' three-point landing at approximately 75 knots.
Discrepancy in Reported Touchdown
During a subsequent discussion with a Federal Aviation Administration inspector, the pilot provided a different account: she said the touchdown point was about halfway down the runway and the speed was around 105 knots. The pilot realized the airplane's speed was too fast to safely complete the landing.
Aborted Landing and Overrun
She initiated an aborted landing by retracting the flaps to 0 degrees and applying full power. The airplane did not become airborne. It overran the runway and impacted a traffic sign and the terrain. The collision resulted in substantial damage to the firewall. The pilot sustained minor injuries.