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PIPER PA-28-140 accident at Paris, KY, 5 Jan 2023

Paris, KY, United States

On January 5, 2023, a PIPER PA-28-140 was involved in an aviation accident near Paris, KY. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot’s loss of control after encountering changing wind conditions during the initial climb, which resulted in descent and collision with terrain. 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 loss of control after encountering changing wind conditions during the initial climb, which resulted in descent and collision with terrain.

— NTSB Determination

Contributing factors

PilotAngle of attack — Not attained/maintainedResponse/compensation

Related events

Same aircraft family

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 5 Jan 2023 PIPER PA-28-140 accident near Paris, KY?

The pilot’s loss of control after encountering changing wind conditions during the initial climb, which resulted in descent and collision with terrain.

Were there any fatalities in the 5 Jan 2023 PIPER PA-28-140 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 5 Jan 2023 involved a PIPER PA-28-140, at Paris, KY.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot’s loss of control after encountering changing wind conditions during the initial climb, which resulted in descent and collision with terrain.

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