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Fort Carson, Colorado

January 25, 2022 · NTSB CEN22LA110 · DIAMOND AIRCRAFT IND INC DA20-C1 (N974DA)
Minor/None
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NTSB Narrative

The windshear encounter on short final approach, which resulted in an excessive decent rate and ground impact.

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NTSB Findings

  • Environmental issues-Conditions/weather/phenomena-Wind-Windshear-Contributed to outcome
  • Environmental issues-Conditions/weather/phenomena-Wind-Windshear-Effect on equipment
  • Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Descent rate-Not attained/maintained
  • Personnel issues-Experience/knowledge-Knowledge-Knowledge of meteorologic cond-Instructor/check pilot
  • Personnel issues-Task performance-Planning/preparation-Weather planning-Instructor/check pilot

Details

NTSB ReportCEN22LA110
AircraftDIAMOND AIRCRAFT IND INC DA20-C1
RegistrationN974DA
DamageSUBS
FAR Part091
Location38.6729, -104.7501
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