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23 Dec 2019: Piper PA28 181 — AeroGuard Flight Training Center — Chandler, AZ

Chandler, AZ, United States

On 23 Dec 2019, a Piper PA28 181 operated by AeroGuard Flight Training Center was involved in an aviation accident near Chandler, AZ. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The student pilot's loss of directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a collision with a taxiway sign. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 16 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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Following a normal landing, a student pilot lost directional control while turning to exit the runway as instructed, resulting in a collision with a taxiway sign and substantial damage to the right wing.

Accident Details

A student pilot reported that after a normal landing, as the airplane was decelerating, he attempted to exit the runway in accordance with instructions from the tower controller. During the turn, the student pilot lost directional control of the airplane and struck a taxiway sign. The impact caused substantial damage to the right wing.

Pilot Report

The student pilot stated that the airplane's speed was suitable for the turn. However, he experienced difficulty controlling the airplane using the rudder pedals and brakes, which led to a runway excursion.

Operator Report

The operator reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

Contributing factors

Directional control — Not attained/maintainedStudent/instructed pilotEffect on operation

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