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May 27, 2023 · Piaggio Aero Industries Spa P180 · N327A

Sugar Land, TX

Overview

Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 27, 2023
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (8 uninjured)
Location
Sugar Land, TX
Aircraft
Piaggio Aero Industries Spa P180 (2008)
Tail Number
N327A
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR23LA205

The pilot reported that during the takeoff roll, shortly after rotation, he cycled the gear up. The airplane then descended and contacted the runway, which resulted in substantial damage to the lower fuselage. The flap control lever and the flaps were found in the “UP” position following the accident. Review of the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) directed the flaps to be set to MID during the before taxi check and to check flaps MID during the before takeoff check. The AFM ALSO stated, in part, “No takeoff authorized without flaps, or with non-symmetrical flap configuration or annunciated flap asymmetry.” The pilot said he could not recall setting the flaps to “MID” position prior to takeoff. The pilot reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot’s failure to complete required preflight checklist items and properly configure the flaps for takeoff.

Full Narrative

The pilot reported that during the takeoff roll, shortly after rotation, he cycled the gear up. The airplane then descended and contacted the runway, which resulted in substantial damage to the lower fuselage. The flap control lever and the flaps were found in the “UP” position following the accident. Review of the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) directed the flaps to be set to MID during the before taxi check and to check flaps MID during the before takeoff check. The AFM ALSO stated, in part, “No takeoff authorized without flaps, or with non-symmetrical flap configuration or annunciated flap asymmetry.” The pilot said he could not recall setting the flaps to “MID” position prior to takeoff. The pilot reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time15:17 CDT
Nearest AirportSugar Land Rgnl (0nm N)
Runway17
Runway Length8000 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledIFR
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftPiaggio Aero Industries Spa P180
Tail NumberN327A
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines2
Engine TypeTurboprop
Engine DetailsP&W Canada · PT6A-66B · Turboprop · 800 | P&W Canada · PT6A-66B · Turboprop · 800
Seats11

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (8 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured8
Total8
Crew 1None
Crew 2None
Crew 4None

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind170° @ 8 kt
Visibility6 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point63 F
Altimeter29.97 inHg
Observation Time20:17
Weather SourceWFAC

Appendix: Source Data