Final 2 minor Mar 27, 2025

N261FC accident at Royal Kunia, HI

Piper PA-28-140 — Part(s) separation from AC at NONE (Royal Kunia, HI)

DateMar 27, 2025
Tail numberN261FC
AircraftPiper PA-28-140 · Piper PA-28 Cherokee/Archer/Warrior · P28A
LocationRoyal Kunia, HI
Phase of flightManeuvering
OperationPart 91 Instructional
Injuries2 minor
NTSB caseANC25LA028

Probable cause

Improper alteration of the crankshaft propeller flange at an unknown time, which resulted in an in-flight separation of the propeller assembly.

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