Accident Probes

NTSB Reports

Editorial Staff

Thursday, May 26, 2022 at 11:49 AM ET

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Key Takeaways:

A significant number of incidents involved engine failures or power loss, often leading to forced or off-airport landings with outcomes ranging from substantial damage to fatalities.
Several accidents stemmed from landing complications, including landing gear malfunctions, ineffective braking causing runway excursions, and challenges navigating contaminated runways.
Loss of aircraft control due to structural failure, flight control system issues, or pilot judgment in adverse weather conditions also contributed to multiple accidents, some with fatal consequences.

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March 2, 2022, Mortmar, Calif.

Cessna 182D Skylane

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