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PIPER PA-32-300 accident at Princeton, MN, 27 May 2022

Princeton, MN, United States

On May 27, 2022, a PIPER PA-32-300 operated by TAILWINDS FLYING CLUB was involved in an aviation accident near Princeton, MN. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot’s failure to maintain proper approach glide path, which resulted in a collision with trees. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

SourcesNTSBPrimary reportUpdated 2026-08-03Data APIEditorial standards

Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain proper approach glide path, which resulted in a collision with trees.

— NTSB Determination

Contributing factors

Descent/approach/glide path — Not attained/maintainedInstructor/check pilotPilot

Related events

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 27 May 2022 PIPER PA-32-300 accident near Princeton, MN?

The pilot’s failure to maintain proper approach glide path, which resulted in a collision with trees.

Were there any fatalities in the 27 May 2022 PIPER PA-32-300 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 27 May 2022 involved a PIPER PA-32-300, operated by TAILWINDS FLYING CLUB, at Princeton, MN.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot’s failure to maintain proper approach glide path, which resulted in a collision with trees.

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