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Hard Landing After Traffic Advisory Results in Tire Damage and Runway Excursion (N122SR)

Tampa, FL, US

On January 20, 2006, a Piper PA-46/JETPROP (registration N122SR) was involved in an aviation accident near Tampa, FL. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's improper flare. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

A pilot reported that after receiving a TCAS traffic advisory, he performed a hard landing, damaging the right tire and causing the airplane to swerve onto grass and a taxiway.

Incident Overview

A pilot stated that he made a 45-degree entry to the traffic pattern on downwind. The Mode S Traffic Alert & Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) indicated several other aircraft in the area. Additionally, the pilot reported receiving an audible "traffic traffic" warning. In response, he increased his scan, fearing the presence of another airplane in the traffic pattern, possibly above or below him.

Landing and Runway Excursion

The pilot stated that as a result of his heightened awareness, he made a hard landing. Upon impact with the runway, the right tire was damaged. The airplane then swerved to the right, crossing the grass and proceeding onto an adjacent taxiway.

Pilot Statement

The pilot provided these details in his account of the event. No other information regarding the aircraft, location, or injuries is available from the source.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 20 Jan 2006 Piper PA-46/JETPROP accident near Tampa, FL?

A pilot reported that after receiving a TCAS traffic advisory, he performed a hard landing, damaging the right tire and causing the airplane to swerve onto grass and a taxiway.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 20 Jan 2006 involved a Piper PA-46/JETPROP, registration N122SR, at Tampa, FL.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's improper flare.

More accident analyses

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20060131X00133. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.