Final None May 4, 2023

N3796T accident at Defuniak Springs, FL

Piper PA28R — Loss of control in flight at 54J (Defuniak Springs, FL)

DateMay 4, 2023
Tail numberN3796T
AircraftPiper PA28R · Piper PA-28R Arrow · P28R
Location54J — Defuniak Springs, FL
Phase of flightTakeoff
OperationPart 91 Personal
InjuriesNone
NTSB caseERA23LA217

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.

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