CESSNA 172K near Romney, WV — 2010-04-03

Probable cause

The pilot's improper decision to land with a 20-knot tailwind and his failure to initiate a go-around, which resulted in a runway overrun.

NTSB narrative

While landing on a 2,290-foot private turf runway, the airplane continued beyond the end of the runway, went through a barbed wire fence, and collided with a tree. The pilot stated that he landed with a 20-knot tailwind and was unable to stop before the end of the runway. The airplane’s right wing was substantially damaged. No mechanical malfunctions or failures were reported by the pilot.

NTSB coding

• Runway excursion · Landing-landing roll
• Decision Making / Judgment

Evidence available

• Photos
• 5 docket documents

Docket documents5

• Pilot/Operator Aircraft Accident Report, NTSB Form 6120.1form
• Interview Summaryinterview
• Photo 1 - Front View of Airplane (Courtesy of FAA)photos
• Photo 2 - Rear View of Airplane (Courtesy of FAA)photos
• Weather Reports and Recordsreport

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