Incident Overview
The pilot of a multi-engine airplane reported that, following an instrument approach, the airplane broke out of clouds at about 600 feet above ground level (AGL). Concerned about the length of remaining runway, the pilot felt the airplane was too high for a safe landing on the wet asphalt surface. The pilot requested permission to circle and land, and the tower controller cleared the airplane to circle and land on a 4,000-foot runway.
Landing and Overrun
During the landing roll, the pilot reported that as the airplane approached the last taxiway, it was "sliding instead of stopping" and subsequently overran the runway. The airplane exited the departure end of the runway, rolled down an embankment, and impacted a chain link fence and trees. According to Federal Aviation Administration Aviation Safety Inspectors, the airplane touched down with about 1,300 feet of runway remaining. The pilot informed the inspectors that there were no mechanical issues with the airplane. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage and both wings.