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SOCATA TB21 accident at Eden Prairie, MN, 12 Mar 2023

Eden Prairie, MN, United States

On March 12, 2023, a SOCATA TB21 was involved in an aviation accident near Eden Prairie, MN. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot’s continued flight into icing conditions in an airplane that was not equipped for icing, which led to structural icing, subsequent loss of airplane control and impact with terrain. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 5 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

SourcesNTSBPrimary reportUpdated 2026-08-03Data APIEditorial standards

Probable cause

The pilot’s continued flight into icing conditions in an airplane that was not equipped for icing, which led to structural icing, subsequent loss of airplane control and impact with terrain.

— NTSB Determination

Contributing factors

PilotCapability exceededEffect on equipment

Related events

Same aircraft family

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 12 Mar 2023 SOCATA TB21 accident near Eden Prairie, MN?

The pilot’s continued flight into icing conditions in an airplane that was not equipped for icing, which led to structural icing, subsequent loss of airplane control and impact with terrain.

Were there any fatalities in the 12 Mar 2023 SOCATA TB21 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 12 Mar 2023 involved a SOCATA TB21, at Eden Prairie, MN.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot’s continued flight into icing conditions in an airplane that was not equipped for icing, which led to structural icing, subsequent loss of airplane control and impact with terrain.

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