Pilot Debrief

PIPER PA-32R-300 near St. George, UT — 2022-03-24

Final reportWPR22LA127
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Date
2022-03-24
Location
St. George, UT, USA
Airport
SGU
Aircraft
PIPER PA-32R-300
Registration
N111NW
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
Serious
Fatalities
0
Phase of flight
Approach

Probable cause

The total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.

NTSB narrative

According to the pilot, the airplane sustained a total loss of engine power during the approach to land. Unable to maintain altitude, the pilot initiated a forced landing to rough desert terrain. During the landing roll, the landing gear collapsed and separated, and the airplane slid about 100 ft before coming to rest upright. Examination of the airframe and engine revealed no evidence of preimpact malfunctions or anomalies. Residual fuel was found in fuel lines and fuel components in the airframe and engine. The reason for the loss of engine power was undetermined.

Analysis

Primary failure mode
Engine power loss
First missed decision gate
Pilot could have ensured adequate fuel before departure.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

  • FDR / data
  • Photos
  • 13 docket documents
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Docket documents13

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