Primary finding
Probable cause
The pilot's delayed decision to execute a go-around maneuver while landing with excess airspeed into a short strip, which resulted in a runway overrun and subsequent loss of control.
Investigator assessment
Analysis narrative
The pilot reported that, while landing on the 1,300 ft. long, gravel-covered runway, he inadvertently touched down with excess airspeed and did not have enough braking action to stop the airplane. The airplane subsequently impacted a snow berm at the end of the airstrip and nosed over which resulted in substantial damage to the left-wing struts. The pilot stated that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.