Accident Details
On August 23, 2010, at approximately 2230 central daylight time, a Cirrus Design Corp SR20 (registration N8154M) impacted terrain during an attempted go-around at North Houston Business Airport (K9X1) in Porter, Texas. The aircraft was operated by a private individual under 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight rules. Night visual meteorological conditions prevailed, and no flight plan was filed. The flight had originated from West Houston Airport (KIWS) around 2200.
Sequence of Events
The pilot reported that the airplane bounced on landing and had difficulty settling back to the runway. Concerned about stopping on the remaining runway, he elected to execute a go-around. He applied full engine power and retracted the flaps. However, the airplane descended into trees located approximately 2,200 feet beyond the departure end of the runway. As the airplane contacted the trees, the pilot deployed the aircraft's ballistic parachute.
Damage and Injuries
The airplane subsequently struck the ground and came to rest in a near-vertical, nose-down attitude. Both wings and the fuselage sustained structural damage. The private pilot, the sole occupant, suffered serious injuries.
Pilot Report
The pilot stated that winds were light and variable at the time of the accident. He reported no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane prior to the event.