What happened
On September 8, 2014, a Cessna 172 H was being repositioned from Egelsbach to Aschaffenburg to perform sightseeing flights. The aircraft, operated by a flight company, departed Egelsbach at 13:43 local time with a single pilot on board.
During the approach to runway 08 at Asch．affenburg, the pilot entered the north pattern. The pilot reported that the flaps had been set to approximately 10-15 degrees and maintained that position throughout the final approach. Witnesses observed that the aircraft was approaching the runway at a high speed. The aircraft touched down near the halfway marker of the runway, experiencing two subsequent bounces.
Despite the pilot's attempts to bring the aircraft to a stop on the available runway surface, the Cessna 172 H overran the end of the runway. In the process, the aircraft struck runway lighting equipment and a perimeter fence. The aircraft then crossed an adjacent road and entered a field, where it overturned. The impact resulted in heavy damage to the aircraft and damage to airport infrastructure and surrounding land. The pilot sustained minor injuries.
The investigation
The BFU investigation examined the aircraft's flight path, the pilot's actions, and the condition of the aircraft and airfield. Investigators confirmed that the aircraft's control systems were intact and showed no signs of mechanical failure or restricted maneuverability. The investigation also reviewed the pilot's credentials, noting a valid commercial pilot license and medical certificate at the time of the accident. Meteorological data from Frankfurt/Main indicated favorable weather conditions with good visibility and light winds.