On 29 May 2015, an AIR TRACTOR INC AT 502 operated by PRECISION AIR OF FRANKLIN LLC was involved in an aviation accident near Winnsboro, LA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's improper approach to landing and his failure to perform a go-around, which resulted in a runway overshoot and collision with trees. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
During arrival with light and variable wind, the airplane touched down long and fast. The pilot did not go around, overshot the runway, and collided with trees, damaging both wings. No mechanical malfunctions were reported.
Accident Sequence
The pilot reported that during the arrival to the airport, wind conditions were light and variable. The airplane touched down on the runway at a point farther along its length and at a speed greater than intended. Despite the suboptimal landing, the pilot did not execute a go-around maneuver. The airplane subsequently continued beyond the end of the runway and struck trees.
Damage
The collision with trees resulted in damage to both wings of the aircraft.
Pilot Report
The pilot reported that no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures had occurred with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.