Accident Details
Date
Friday, May 29, 2015
NTSB Number
CEN15CA246
Location
Winnsboro, LA
Event ID
20150601X25645
Coordinates
32.268611, -91.698059
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot's improper approach to landing and his failure to perform a go-around, which resulted in a runway overshoot and collision with trees.
Aircraft Information
Registration
N1036S
Make
AIR TRACTOR INC
Serial Number
502-0084
Engine Type
Turbo-shaft
Registered Owner (Historical)
Name
SALE REPORTED
Address
3665 AIRCRAFT DR UNIT 3
Status
Deregistered
City
ANCHORAGE
State / Zip Code
AK 99502-1004
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot reported that during the arrival to the airport the wind was light and variable. The airplane touched down on the runway longer and faster than desired, but the pilot did not perform a go-around. The airplane subsequently overshot the end of the runway and collided with trees, which damaged both wings. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# CEN15CA246