Overrun Landing After Flaring in Foggy Conditions

Accident Details

The pilot of a single-engine airplane was concluding a local flight when fog began to approach the airport from the south. The pilot approached the airport from the north for landing. He described the approach as normal, but during the flare, the airplane floated longer than anticipated. At touchdown, he applied heavy braking, but the airplane continued beyond the departure end of the runway. It struck a fence and a tree, resulting in substantial damage to the left wing.

Pilot's Account

According to the pilot, he was unable to estimate the airplane's speed on approach or its point of touchdown on the runway. He stated that there were no mechanical deficiencies with the airplane before or during the accident. He also indicated that he did not abort the landing due to the approaching fog.