No fatalities

PIPER PA-28R-200 accident at Clearwater, FL, 26 Sept 2022

Clearwater, FL, United States

On September 26, 2022, a PIPER PA-28R-200 operated by Tampa Bay Aviation Inc was involved in an aviation accident near Clearwater, FL. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action. 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 improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action.

— NTSB Determination

Contributing factors

Landing flare — Not attained/maintainedPilotInstructor/check pilot

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 26 Sept 2022 PIPER PA-28R-200 accident near Clearwater, FL?

The pilot's improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action.

Were there any fatalities in the 26 Sept 2022 PIPER PA-28R-200 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 26 Sept 2022 involved a PIPER PA-28R-200, operated by Tampa Bay Aviation Inc, at Clearwater, FL.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action.