Piper Aircraft Inc PA 46-350P N509Z accident near Eastsound, Washington

Probable cause

The pilot's unstable approach and improper configuration of the flaps during a go-around which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and subsequent impact with terrain.

NTSB analysis

The pilot reported that during his final approach, about 25 ft above the ground (agl), the airplane’s airspeed was too fast for the remaining available runway. The pilot initiated a go-around and raised the flaps prior to establishing a positive climb rate. Subsequently, the stall indicator warning sounded, and the airplane did not climb. The pilot then lowered the nose and the airplane impacted terrain. The right wing sustained substantial damage. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

Text from the NTSB. Open the NTSB docket for WPR24LA017 for the full record.