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N3046H accident description

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Crash location 37.646944°N, 75.762222°W
Nearest city Melfa, VA
37.649299°N, 75.741318°W
1.2 miles away
Tail number N3046H
Accident date 19 Jan 2016
Aircraft type Piper PA32RT
Additional details: None

NTSB Factual Report

The pilot reported that while landing in crosswind conditions, a wind gust "forced" the airplane to drift to the right of the runway. The pilot initiated a go-around, but further reported that a "sudden drop" in the wind led to an aerodynamic stall.

After the airplane stalled, it impacted a structure adjacent to the runway. A postimpact fire ensued and the airplane was destroyed.

The pilot reported that there were no pre-impact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot's inadequate compensation for a gusting crosswind during landing, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall, impact with a structure, and subsequent postimpact fire.

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