No fatalities

27 Jun 2018: COLUMBIA AIRCRAFT MFG LC41 550FG — Chelan, WA

Chelan, WA, United States
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A pilot reported a steep approach and faster-than-expected touchdown two-thirds down the runway, leading to a full brake application, overrun, and a hard landing in a field with substantial left-wing damage.

Incident Overview

According to the pilot's report, the landing approach was steeper than usual, and the aircraft touched down approximately two-thirds of the runway length from the approach end at a speed higher than anticipated. Upon touchdown, the pilot applied full braking power, but the aircraft was unable to stop before the runway ended.

Sequence of Events

The aircraft overran the runway and traveled across an adjacent road. During this traverse, it briefly became airborne before making a hard touchdown in a field covered with heavy vegetation. The aircraft came to rest in an upright position in the field.

Aircraft Damage

The left wing of the aircraft sustained substantial damage during the incident.

Pilot Report on Mechanical Condition

The pilot stated that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the aircraft that would have prevented normal operation.

Contributing factors

Causes

Descent/approach/glide path — Not attained/maintainedPilot

Other contributing factors

Contributed to outcome