Final
1 minor
Aug 8, 2023
N503JA accident at Fullerton, CA
Piper PA-24-260 — Flight control sys malf/fail at FUL (Fullerton, CA)
DateAug 8, 2023
Tail numberN503JA
AircraftPiper PA-24-260 · Piper PA-24 Comanche · PA24
LocationFUL — Fullerton, CA
Phase of flightEnroute
OperationPart 91 Personal
Injuries1 minor
NTSB caseWPR23LA317
Probable cause
The separation of the stabilator actuator from the stabilator tab, which resulted in pitch control surface flutter and structural damage.
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