On August 14, 2024, a Piper PA-28-181 was damaged beyond repair during an incident at Rochester Airport. The pilot, with 155 flying hours, was on a private flight when he executed a go-around after feeling uncomfortable with his approach to runway 02. A runway change and high workload contributed to an unsafe landing speed of 91 knots instead of the recommended 66 knots. The aircraft overran the runway, struck trees, and suffered a fuel leak. The investigation highlighted the challenges of managing go-arounds, indicating the need for improved pilot training in such high-stress situations.
The primary cause of the accident was identified as the aircraft landing too fast and too far along the runway, exacerbated by the high workload during a go-around.
After executing a go-around and experiencing a runway change, the pilot's workload increased significantly, leading to high speed upon landing, ultimately causing the aircraft to overrun.
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