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March 10, 2026 · Cirrus Design SR20 · N619AV

Redington, AZ

Overview

Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
March 10, 2026
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 minor injury)
Location
Redington, AZ
Aircraft
Cirrus Design SR20 (2025)
Tail Number
N619AV
Operator
Westwind School of Aeronautics Phoenix Llc Dba
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR26LA126

The pilot reported that, while en route on a cross-country flight operating under instrument flight rules (IFR) at 11,000 ft mean sea level (msl), she was cleared by air traffic control (ATC) to deviate from her planned route as necessary to remain clear of developing clouds. She continued to monitor weather conditions via the multifunction display (MFD) and was aware of light to moderate precipitation developing along the route; however, she elected to continue the flight. Shortly thereafter, the controller cleared the pilot to climb to 12,000 ft msl to maintain cloud clearance. During the climb, the airplane encountered instrument meteorological conditions (IMC), which included moderate precipitation, and the pilot began to observe indications of airframe icing. Concerned about potential degradation in aircraft performance, she requested a descent to a lower altitude while continuing along the planned route of flight. During the descent, an airspeed annunciation activated, prompting the pilot to disengage the autopilot and manually control the airplane. As the descent continued, rime ice rapidly accumulated on the airframe. Subsequently, both the stall warning horn and stick shaker activated. At approximately 9,500 ft msl, the controller issued a low-altitude alert and instructed the pilot to climb immediately. The pilot responded by pitching up to initiate a climb; however, the airplane experienced an aerodynamic stall. After having descended about 2,000 ft, the pilot activated the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS). The airplane descended under parachute and impacted terrain, resulting in substantial damage to the right elevator and rudder. The pilot reported that there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation of the airplane. According to the airplane’s flight manual, “Flight into known icing conditions is prohibited.”

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot’s improper decision to continue the flight into icing conditions, which resulted in the accumulation of airframe icing and a subsequent aerodynamic stall.

Full Narrative

The pilot reported that, while en route on a cross-country flight operating under instrument flight rules (IFR) at 11,000 ft mean sea level (msl), she was cleared by air traffic control (ATC) to deviate from her planned route as necessary to remain clear of developing clouds. She continued to monitor weather conditions via the multifunction display (MFD) and was aware of light to moderate precipitation developing along the route; however, she elected to continue the flight. Shortly thereafter, the controller cleared the pilot to climb to 12,000 ft msl to maintain cloud clearance. During the climb, the airplane encountered instrument meteorological conditions (IMC), which included moderate precipitation, and the pilot began to observe indications of airframe icing. Concerned about potential degradation in aircraft performance, she requested a descent to a lower altitude while continuing along the planned route of flight. During the descent, an airspeed annunciation activated, prompting the pilot to disengage the autopilot and manually control the airplane. As the descent continued, rime ice rapidly accumulated on the airframe. Subsequently, both the stall warning horn and stick shaker activated. At approximately 9,500 ft msl, the controller issued a low-altitude alert and instructed the pilot to climb immediately. The pilot responded by pitching up to initiate a climb; however, the airplane experienced an aerodynamic stall. After having descended about 2,000 ft, the pilot activated the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS). The airplane descended under parachute and impacted terrain, resulting in substantial damage to the right elevator and rudder. The pilot reported that there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation of the airplane. According to the airplane’s flight manual, “Flight into known icing conditions is prohibited.”

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time14:17 MST
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledIFR
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftCirrus Design SR20
Tail NumberN619AV
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorWestwind School of Aeronautics Phoenix Llc Dba
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · IO-390-C3B6 · Reciprocating · 215
Seats5

People & Injuries

Injury Summary1 injury (1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 24 · First Class · Minor

Conditions

ConditionsUnknown
LightNr
Wind310° @ 10 kt, gusting 16 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 3800 ft
Temperature / Dew Point61 F / 46 F
Altimeter30.10 inHg
Observation Time13:53
Weather SourceWFAC

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