N5376PPiper Aircraft Corp PA-24-2502026-05-23 NTSB Accident Report

Substantial
None

Piper Aircraft Corp PA-24-250S/N: 24-426

Accident Details

Date
Saturday, May 23, 2026
NTSB Number
ERA26LA235
Location
Bartow, FL
Event ID
20260609203150
Coordinates
27.943363, -81.783489
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s failure to extend the landing gear before landing.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
Piper Aircraft Corp
Serial Number
24-426
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Model / ICAO
PA-24-250PA24
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
4
FAA Model
PA-24-250

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
DUFFIELD MICHAEL
Address
25349 IRONWEDGE DR
City
SORRENTO
State / Zip Code
FL 32776-7101
Country
United States

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ERA26LA235