Accident Probes

NTSB Reports

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Monday, April 20, 2020 at 09:00 AM ET

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Key Takeaways:

Multiple accidents occurred during or shortly after takeoff, involving issues such as runway excursions, insufficient climb performance, or loss of control, sometimes compounded by adverse weather or pilot actions.
Several fatal incidents were linked to challenging weather conditions, including icing, low visibility, and snow-covered runways, contributing to system failures, loss of control, or impaired pilot judgment.
Mechanical failures and maintenance oversights were factors in several accidents, stemming from issues like unaddressed fuel system Airworthiness Directives (ADs), autopilot malfunctions, engine cowling separation, and deicing equipment failures.

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February 2, 2020, Florence, Colo.

Piper PA-28-150 Cherokee 150

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