4 May 2023: PIPER PA28R 180 — Defuniak Springs, FL

No fatalitiesDefuniak Springs, FL, United States

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while taking off in a crosswind, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with a berm. Contributing was the automated weather briefing which failed to include accurate wind information.

— NTSB Determination

Contributing factors

Availability of related infoAbility to respond/compensateAttain/maintain not possiblePilot