Fatal NTSB investigations: Piper PA-32R-301T
43 cases on aircraft the registry lists as Piper PA-32R-301T. Aircraft are matched to the registry by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model, so older matches can be wrong.
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| 2020 | 1 |
| 2023 | 1 |
| 2026 | 1 |
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NTSB WPR26FA151Accident · 2 fatalClass 3 · FieldPreliminary reportPiper PA-32R-301T · Marana, AZOn 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 ERA24FA050Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportPiper PA32R · Attalla, ALThe 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 CEN21LA075Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportPiper PA32 · Windom, MNThe 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 CEN19FA084Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportPiper PA32R · Goshen, INThe 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 CEN16WA268Accident · 4 fatalForeign investigationPiper PA-32R-301 · Ajdovscina, SloveniaThe 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 WPR16FA042Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA32R · Castro Valley, CAThe pilot's loss of control due to spatial disorientation while maneuvering during an instrument approach in instrument meteorological conditions.NTSB ERA14FA343Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301T · North Captiva Island, FLThe 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 CEN13WA405Accident · 1 fatalForeign investigationPiper PA-32R-301T · Lagunillas, MexicoNTSB WPR13FA008Accident · 4 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301T · Laramie Peak, WYThe noninstrument-rated pilot’s continued visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in his failure to maintain sufficient clearance from rising terrain.NTSB ERA11WA088Accident · 1 fatalForeign investigationPiper PA-32R-301T · Roma, ItalyOn 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 WPR10FA142Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301T · Groveland, CAThe 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 ERA09FA526Accident · 4 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301T · Fort Lauderdale, FLFatigue 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 CEN09FA099Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R · North Canton, OHThe 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 CHI07FA305Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301T · Defiance, OHThe 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 CHI06FA154Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301T · Parkville, MOThe 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 CHI05FA042Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301T · Glenwood, MNThe 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 LAX05FA032Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301T · Santa Barbara, CAThe 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 NYC04FA170Accident · 5 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301T · Wheeling, WVThe pilot's failure to maintain terrain clearance while executing an instrument approach. A factor was the night instrument meteorological conditions.NTSB LAX04FA177Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301T · Ukiah, CAThe 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 LAX04FA001Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301T · Corona, CAfailure 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 ATL03FA114Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301T · Scottsboro, ALThe pilot's improper fuel management which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel starvation and subsequent impact with trees.NTSB IAD03FA024Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301T · Woodbury, CTAn engine fire for undetermined reasons, which resulted in the pilot's loss of control, and the airplane's subsequent impact with terrain.NTSB MIA02FA173Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301T · Yeehaw Junction, FLthe 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 DEN99FA123Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301T · Magdalena, NMThe 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 MIA97FA219Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301T · Gainesville, GAloss 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 CHI96FA049Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301T · Parker, KSthe 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 LAX95FA105Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301T · Ceres, CAthe 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 LAX94FA198Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301T · Santa Monica, CAfuel 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 LAX94FA157Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301T · Napa, CAthe 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 ATL94FA029Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301T · Covington, GASpatial 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 FTW92GA111Accident · 1 fatalFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301T · Albuquerque, NMFuel 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 ATL92FA019Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301T · Darden, TNThe pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane. The pilot exceeded the design limits of the airframe.NTSB CHI90FA174Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301T · Ashton, ILA 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 FTW89FA137Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301T · Celina, TXImproper 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 ATL88FA136Accident · 7 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301T · Middlesboro, KYThe 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 MKC88FA019Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R · Fayetteville, ARThe 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 LAX87FA281Accident · 4 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301T · Monterey, CALoss of control of the aircraft, by the pilot, while excuting a missed approach.NTSB MIA85FA040Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301T · Freeport, FLPreflt 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 ATL84FA111Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32RT-301T · Goodway, ALPlt 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 LAX82FUG17Accident · 1 fatalFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301T · San Gorgonio, CAThe 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 FTW82FA223Accident · 3 fatalField investigationFinal reportPiper PA-32R-301 · Hartshorne, OKWhile 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 FTW81FA132Accident · 2 fatalClosedPiper PA-32R · Mount Hermon, LANTSB LAX81FA030Accident · 5 fatalClosedPiper PA-32R · Las Vegas, NV