Control problem for Cirrus

This June 2009 accident report is provided by the National Transportation Safety Board. Published as an educational tool, it is intended to help pilots learn from the misfortunes of others. Aircraft: Cirrus Design SR22. Injuries: None. Location: Greenville, S.C. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The accident flight was the first flight after the airplane had undergone maintenance. The pilot didn't notice any problems during the preflight inspection, engine start, taxi, run-up or takeoff, but as the airplane became airborne, he noticed that the elevator control had more play in it than normal Continue Reading »

===> Posted on June 2nd, 2011 by Meg Godlewski. No comments. © GAN 2011.