Piper PA-39 Twin Comanche C/R — Service Bulletins

This document is an AAIB Bulletin detailing an accident involving the Piper PA-39 Twin Comanche C/R, registration G-LARE. The incident occurred on September 15, 2017, during a flight intended for revalidation of an instrument rating and a multi-engine proficiency check. The bulletin provides a comprehensive account of the flight history, the circumstances leading to the accident, and the factors contributing to the loss of situational awareness experienced by the crew. It serves as a critical reference for pilots and aviation professionals to understand the importance of maintaining awareness of aircraft configuration during flight operations, particularly in high-workload situations.

• Aircraft involved: Piper PA-39 Twin Comanche C/R, registration G-LARE.
• Incident date: September 15, 2017, at 1150 UTC.
• Crew experience: 18,000 total flight hours, with 80 hours on type.
• Accident involved retraction of flaps and undercarriage prior to landing.
• Importance of situational awareness and pre-landing checks emphasized.