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Aug 5, 2024
N4145B accident at Minden, NV
Piper PA-34-220T — Abnormal runway contact at MEV (Minden, NV)
DateAug 5, 2024
Tail numberN4145B
AircraftPiper PA-34-220T · Piper PA-34 Seneca · PA34
LocationMEV — Minden, NV
Phase of flightTakeoff
OperationPart 91 Personal
InjuriesNone
NTSB caseWPR24LA268
Probable cause
The pilot’s improper preflight inspection of the stabilator trim position, which resulted in a porpoised landing. Contributing to the accident was the maintenance personnel’s improper maintenance of the stabilator trim shaft.
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