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PIPER PA 46-350P accident at Henderson, NV, 19 Mar 2025
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Probable cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing, in gusting crosswind conditions.
— NTSB Determination
Contributing factors
PilotDirectional control — Not attained/maintained
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