On 20 Jun 2019, a Cessna 150 F was involved in an aviation accident near Elkader, IA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's delayed decision to go around, which resulted in a collision with trees and terrain. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
During approach, a pilot aborted landing due to excessive altitude. During the go-around, the aircraft struck treetops and collided with trees and terrain, causing substantial damage.
Accident Details
A pilot reported that during the approach and just prior to landing, he decided to abort the landing because he perceived the airplane to be too high above the runway for a safe landing. While reconfiguring the airplane for a go-around, the aircraft traveled approximately 150 feet beyond the runway. The right wing subsequently struck treetops, and the airplane collided with trees and terrain.
Pilot Statement
The pilot stated that a quicker application of power and adjustment of flaps would have prevented the accident. He also noted that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Damage
The airplane sustained substantial damage to both wings, the fuselage, and the empennage.