Accident Overview
A landing accident occurred at Millville Airport when an aircraft approached the runway at an excessive speed with its flaps retracted. Following touchdown, the pilot applied heavy braking. The aircraft subsequently lost directional control, veered off the runway, and came to rest in flames in a grassy area.
Occupant Status and Damage
All three occupants of the aircraft escaped without injury. The aircraft itself was destroyed by fire.
Official Findings
Investigators determined the probable cause of the accident was the pilot's misjudgment of distance, speed, and altitude, which led to a failure to extend the landing flaps. Additionally, directional control was lost after landing, contributing to the runway excursion.