Incident Overview
On January 16, 2026, at 1154 central standard time, a Honda HA-420 airplane, registration N949LL, was substantially damaged in an accident near Amarillo, Texas. The airplane was operating under Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations as a Part 91 personal flight. The airline transport pilot and four passengers were uninjured.
Pilot Report
The pilot reported that about 1.5 hours after departure and while in cruise flight, a yellow crew alerting system (CAS) message for an air data computer appeared. Approximately 15 minutes later, a yellow CAS message for a low hydraulic system appeared. The pilot then diverted the flight to land at Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport, Amarillo, Texas.
Sequence of Events
After landing, the airplane lost brake pressure during taxi. The pilot attempted to use the parking brake, but the brakes locked up. When he released the parking brake, the airplane lost all steering and braking capability. The pilot stated that he lost all control, and the airplane’s left wing struck a parked deice truck. The airplane came to a stop. The pilot then powered down the airplane, and the passengers exited.
Damage
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing.
Investigation
The airplane was retained for further investigation.