Accident Overview
On 6 April 2009 at 1215 UTC, a Robin DR400/180 Regent, registration G-CBMT, operated on a private flight by a 66-year-old pilot with a Private Pilot's Licence and 670 hours total flying experience (102 on type), overran the end of Runway 04 at Cromer Airfield, Norfolk. The aircraft sustained damage to the nose landing gear, wingtip, propeller, and engine. All three occupants—the pilot and two passengers—were uninjured.
Approach and Go-Around
The pilot initially approached Runway 04 but judged the approach too high and performed a go-around. At the time, the wind was 10 knots from 100°. Runway 04 has a slight dip about halfway along its length and slopes downward toward a railway line embankment.
Second Approach and Landing
The second approach was considered satisfactory, but the aircraft touched down "fairly long" on the runway. Although the pilot assessed the remaining distance as acceptable, after the initial touchdown the aircraft became airborne again. The subsequent touchdown occurred on the downslope of the runway, leaving insufficient distance to stop.
Runway Excursion
The presence of a railway embankment and power cables on the airfield perimeter precluded a go-around from that position. The aircraft overran the end of the runway and came to rest in a ploughed field.
Investigation
The accident was reported via an Aircraft Accident Report Form submitted by the pilot. No probable cause was stated in the source material.