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Durango, Colorado

February 26, 2026 · NTSB CEN26LA127 · RAYTHEON AIRCRAFT COMPANY B36TC (N2251Q)
Minor/None
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NTSB Narrative

The pilot’s improper landing flare and subsequent loss of directional control while attempting to land during high crosswind conditions.

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NTSB Findings

  • Personnel issues-Task performance-Use of equip/info-Aircraft control-Pilot
  • Environmental issues-Conditions/weather/phenomena-Wind-High wind-Effect on operation
  • Environmental issues-Conditions/weather/phenomena-Wind-Gusts-Effect on operation
  • Environmental issues-Conditions/weather/phenomena-Wind-Windshear-Effect on operation

Details

NTSB ReportCEN26LA127
AircraftRAYTHEON AIRCRAFT COMPANY B36TC
RegistrationN2251Q
DamageSUBS
FAR Part091
Location37.1515, -107.7538
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