# Fatal NTSB investigations: Piper PA-32R-301T NTSB aviation accident and incident investigations since 1962: the probable cause, findings, aircraft, crew, weather and docket of each, linked to the FAA registry and the FAA’s own reports. ## Latest cases - [NTSB WPR26FA151](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR26FA151.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Marana, AZ · Accident · 2 fatal · Class 3 · Field · Preliminary report · Apr 9, 2026 · N4190E · Substantial damage > On April 08, 2026 at 1710 mountain standard time, a Piper PA-32R-301T, N4190E, sustained substantial damage when it was involved in an accident near Marana, AZ. The pilot and passenger sustained fatal injuries. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of… - [NTSB ERA24FA050](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24FA050.md): Piper PA32R · Attalla, AL · Accident · 1 fatal · Class 3 · Field · Final report · Nov 27, 2023 · N4187Q · Destroyed > The undetected wear of both pawl retaining rivets of the left magneto impulse coupling and fatigue failure of one pawl retaining rivet, which led to cascading fractures of the second pawl retaining rivet, left gear retainer assembly, and gear teeth of… - [NTSB CEN21LA075](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN21LA075.md): Piper PA32 · Windom, MN · Accident · 1 fatal · Class 3 · Limited · Final report · Dec 6, 2020 · N8178Y · Destroyed > The pilot’s spatial disorientation shortly after takeoff into night instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in loss of airplane control and subsequent impact with terrain. - [NTSB CEN19FA084](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN19FA084.md): Piper PA32R · Goshen, IN · Accident · 1 fatal · Class 3 · Field · Final report · Feb 22, 2019 · N4922K · Destroyed > The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate altitude for undetermined reasons during a practice circling approach in dark night visual meteorological conditions, which resulted in a collision with power lines. - [NTSB CEN16WA268](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN16WA268.md): Piper PA-32R-301 · Ajdovscina, Slovenia · Accident · 4 fatal · Foreign investigation · Jul 14, 2016 · N710CC · Destroyed > The accident investigation is under the jurisdiction and control of the Republic of Slovenia. This report is for information purposes only and contains only information released by or obtained from the Republic of Slovenia. Further information pertaining to… - [NTSB WPR16FA042](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR16FA042.md): Piper PA32R · Castro Valley, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 22, 2015 · N323PA · Destroyed > The pilot's loss of control due to spatial disorientation while maneuvering during an instrument approach in instrument meteorological conditions. - [NTSB ERA14FA343](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA14FA343.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · North Captiva Island, FL · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 16, 2014 · N297AS · Substantial damage > The pilot’s failure to secure the cargo in the cargo compartment, which resulted in a weight shift that led to the center of gravity exceeding its aft limit during a go-around attempt and a subsequent aerodynamic stall. Also causal to the accident were the… - [NTSB CEN13WA405](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN13WA405.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Lagunillas, Mexico · Accident · 1 fatal · Foreign investigation · May 30, 2013 · N371HP · Substantial damage - [NTSB WPR13FA008](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13FA008.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Laramie Peak, WY · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 9, 2012 · N110UM · Destroyed > The noninstrument-rated pilot’s continued visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in his failure to maintain sufficient clearance from rising terrain. - [NTSB ERA11WA088](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA11WA088.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Roma, Italy · Accident · 1 fatal · Foreign investigation · Dec 8, 2010 · N58SE · Destroyed > On December 8, 2010, at 1443 UTC, a Piper PA-32R-301T, N58SE, registered to Aircraft Guaranty Title Corporation Trustee,collided with a bus depot after departing runway 34 from Roma Urbe Airport (LIRU), Roma, Italy. The airplane had been recently purchased by… - [NTSB WPR10FA142](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10FA142.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Groveland, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Feb 20, 2010 · N4175A · Substantial damage > The pilot's continued flight into night instrument meteorological conditions during the landing approach, which resulted in an in-flight loss of aircraft control due to spatial disorientation. - [NTSB ERA09FA526](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09FA526.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Fort Lauderdale, FL · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 20, 2009 · N2467Y · Substantial damage > Fatigue failure of the No. 5 engine cylinder fuel supply line, which resulted in an engine compartment fire. Also causal was the pilot's failure to immediately secure the engine/perform a forced landing after discovery of the fire, which resulted in the… - [NTSB CEN09FA099](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09FA099.md): Piper PA-32R · North Canton, OH · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 19, 2008 · N9299N · Destroyed > The pilot’s inappropriate control inputs as a result of spatial disorientation, which led to an aerodynamic stall and loss of control. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's decision to conduct flight into known icing conditions, ice accumulation that… - [NTSB CHI07FA305](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI07FA305.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Defiance, OH · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 26, 2007 · N8341G · Destroyed > The pilot's spatial disorientation when he encountered convective turbulence which resulted in a loss of control. This encounter resulted in an in-flight break up. Contributing to the accident was the convective turbulence in the clouds. - [NTSB CHI06FA154](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI06FA154.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Parkville, MO · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 13, 2006 · N292HH · Destroyed > The pilot's improperly planned approach which resulted in the encounter with wake turbulence while the airplane's airspeed exceeded maneuvering speed. This encounter resulted in the subsequent loss of aircraft control and the in-flight separation of the left… - [NTSB CHI05FA042](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI05FA042.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Glenwood, MN · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 9, 2004 · N587C · Substantial damage > The pilot's failure to execute a missed approach and his failure to maintain sufficient altitude and clearance from terrain and obstructions. Contributing factors were the pilot's failure to obtain a preflight weather briefing, his decision to delay descent… - [NTSB LAX05FA032](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX05FA032.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Santa Barbara, CA · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 11, 2004 · N803ZG · Destroyed > The pilot's failure to select and maintain an adequate terrain avoidance cruise altitude. Contributing factors were the dark nighttime conditions, the rising mountainous terrain, and the Federal Aviation Administration controller's failure to issue a… - [NTSB NYC04FA170](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04FA170.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Wheeling, WV · Accident · 5 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 19, 2004 · N7710M · Destroyed > The pilot's failure to maintain terrain clearance while executing an instrument approach. A factor was the night instrument meteorological conditions. - [NTSB LAX04FA177](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04FA177.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Ukiah, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 4, 2004 · N4130D · Destroyed > The non-instrument rated pilot's flight intentional flight into instrument meteorological conditions during takeoff-initial climb, which resulted in spatial disorientation, a subsequent loss of aircraft control, and an uncontrolled descent into terrain. A… - [NTSB LAX04FA001](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04FA001.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Corona, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 1, 2003 · N481CA · Destroyed > failure of the turbocharger exhaust clamp due to a pre-existing weld crack, which allowed the release of high temperature exhaust gasses in the engine compartment, causing an in-flight fire. - [NTSB ATL03FA114](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL03FA114.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Scottsboro, AL · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 19, 2003 · N270LM · Substantial damage > The pilot's improper fuel management which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel starvation and subsequent impact with trees. - [NTSB IAD03FA024](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD03FA024.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Woodbury, CT · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 21, 2002 · N8168G · Destroyed > An engine fire for undetermined reasons, which resulted in the pilot's loss of control, and the airplane's subsequent impact with terrain. - [NTSB MIA02FA173](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA02FA173.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Yeehaw Junction, FL · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 24, 2002 · N106JG · Destroyed > the pilot's continued flight into known severe weather, resulting in an in-flight separation of the right wing, vertical stabilizer and the stabilator. Factors in this accident were heavy thunderstorm, and failure of the FAA controllers to provide the pilot… - [NTSB DEN99FA123](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN99FA123.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Magdalena, NM · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 19, 1999 · N22KC · Destroyed > The pilot's inadvertent flight into adverse weather and the subsequent in-flight breakup. Factors were the pilot's lack of experience in high altitude flying and the thunderstorm. - [NTSB MIA97FA219](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA97FA219.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Gainesville, GA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 25, 1997 · N8473P · Destroyed > loss of engine power for undetermined reason(s). Factors relating to the accident were: the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing, and obstructions (trees and building) that were encountered during the emergency landing. - [NTSB CHI96FA049](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96FA049.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Parker, KS · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 12, 1995 · N14BA · Destroyed > the pilot's impairment of judgment and performance due to a drug (cocaine); his improper in-flight decision to continue flight over an overcast condition and then to descend into instrument meteorological conditions (IMC); his failure to maintain control of… - [NTSB LAX95FA105](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95FA105.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Ceres, CA · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Feb 11, 1995 · N560LM · Destroyed > the pilot inadvertently becoming lost/disoriented during a missed approach, his failure to follow the proper missed approach procedure, and his failure to maintain control of the aircraft due to spatial disorientation. - [NTSB LAX94FA198](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX94FA198.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Santa Monica, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 20, 1994 · N8171G · Destroyed > fuel starvation resulting from the failure of the pilot to select a tank containing fuel, and his failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering for a forced landing which resulted in an inadvertent stall. - [NTSB LAX94FA157](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX94FA157.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Napa, CA · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Mar 11, 1994 · N3562C · Destroyed > the pilot's selection of an en route descent altitude profile inadequate to clear all terrain along his intended flight path, and, his inadvertent VFR flight into IMC conditions. Factors in the accident were the dark night lighting conditions and the obscured… - [NTSB ATL94FA029](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL94FA029.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Covington, GA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Dec 10, 1993 · N8340Y · Destroyed > Spatial disorientation experienced by the pilot, resulting in his failure to maintain aircraft control. Factors were the total failure of the engine driven vacuum pump, and the night, cloud conditions prevailing at the time of the accident. - [NTSB FTW92GA111](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW92GA111.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Albuquerque, NM · Accident · 1 fatal · Final report · Apr 9, 1992 · N8194X · Substantial damage > Fuel line failure due to vibratory fatigue. Factors were improper maintenance, manufacturer information for fuel line not available, and the pilots' failure to follow emergency procedures. - [NTSB ATL92FA019](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL92FA019.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Darden, TN · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Oct 29, 1991 · N3559J · Destroyed > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane. The pilot exceeded the design limits of the airframe. - [NTSB CHI90FA174](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI90FA174.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Ashton, IL · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 11, 1990 · N43515 · Destroyed > A loss of aircraft control for an unknown reason, while en route in instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) on a dark night, and the pilot exceeding the design stress limits of the aircraft while attempting to recover from uncontrolled flight. Factors… - [NTSB FTW89FA137](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW89FA137.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Celina, TX · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 16, 1989 · N4360K · Destroyed > Improper planning/decision by the pilot. Related factors were: failure of the pilot to use all of the available runway area, the runway/terrain conditions, and obstructions/power lines beyond the departure end of the runway. - [NTSB ATL88FA136](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL88FA136.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Middlesboro, KY · Accident · 7 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Apr 3, 1988 · N8171P · Destroyed > The plt received preflt wx briefing that stated VFR flt was not recommended due to low pressure system affecting proposed flt path. Wx forecast included tornadoes, hail, thunderstorms to 42,000', moderate rime icing, moderate turbulence, wind gusts to 70 KTS,… - [NTSB MKC88FA019](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC88FA019.md): Piper PA-32R · Fayetteville, AR · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 20, 1987 · N3578G · Destroyed > The airplane was cleared to land while on downwind. Tower saw lights and said airplane appeared to be flying around hill north of airport. Investigation revealed airplane had turned left and impacted trees below the top of the hill. - [NTSB LAX87FA281](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX87FA281.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Monterey, CA · Accident · 4 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 24, 1987 · N82793 · Destroyed > Loss of control of the aircraft, by the pilot, while excuting a missed approach. - [NTSB MIA85FA040](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA85FA040.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · Freeport, FL · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 18, 1984 · N4316P · Destroyed > Preflt wx brief included advisory for scattered showers/thunderstorms along route of flt. Departed in VFR conditions but encountered deteriorating wx enroute, received inflt wx advisory to expect low clngs and reduced visibility ahead. Plt stated he 'would… - [NTSB ATL84FA111](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL84FA111.md): Piper PA-32RT-301T · Goodway, AL · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Mar 3, 1984 · N8427A · Destroyed > Plt received two weather briefings prior to departure. He was told of an approaching cold front but the fss briefer stated 'if you go now, it'll be fine.' The plt departed on the VFR flt to hickory, NC, and did not file a flt plan. Radar info obtained during… - [NTSB LAX82FUG17](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX82FUG17.md): Piper PA-32R-301T · San Gorgonio, CA · Accident · 1 fatal · Final report · Sep 23, 1982 · N8214L · Destroyed > The acft crashed into the south face of mount San Gorgonio at approximately 8,300 ft MSL. It appeared the acft was in level flt & at a high speed at impact. Witnesses in the area reported the weather was VFR. - [NTSB FTW82FA223](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW82FA223.md): Piper PA-32R-301 · Hartshorne, OK · Accident · 3 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Jun 15, 1982 · N8442T · Destroyed > While on a cross-country flight, the pilot was advised by radio of a severe thunderstorm and tornado watch along his route. At 1613 CDT, he was advised of a line of radar returns about 10 miles ahead. He replied that it "looks like a soft spot through there,… - [NTSB FTW81FA132](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW81FA132.md): Piper PA-32R · Mount Hermon, LA · Accident · 2 fatal · Closed · Aug 16, 1981 · N304FW · Destroyed - [NTSB LAX81FA030](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX81FA030.md): Piper PA-32R · Las Vegas, NV · Accident · 5 fatal · Closed · Jan 3, 1981 · N82948 · Destroyed ## The whole list in SQL Runs in DuckDB 1.2 or later on the release's Parquet files over HTTPS: ```sql SELECT c."ntsbNumber", c."eventDate", c."eventType", c."eventCity", c."eventStateOrRegion", a.n_number, a."aircraftMake", a."aircraftModel", c."highestInjuryLevel", c."totalFatal", c."completionStatus", c.report_url FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_case_detail.parquet' c LEFT JOIN 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' a ON a.case_mkey = c."mKey" AND a.position = 1 WHERE c."highestInjuryLevel" = 'Fatal' AND c."mKey" IN (SELECT x.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' x WHERE x.aircraft_model_code IN ('7103220', '7103221')) ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC ``` This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb?fatal=1&model=7103220 --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). 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