Event WPR26LA036

Factual narrative

On November 3, 2025, about 0830 mountain standard time, a Cirrus SR-22, N237RJ, sustained substantial damage when it was involved in an accident near Sedona, Arizona. The pilot and passenger were not injured. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight. The pilot of the airplane reported that, during the preflight inspection, no anomalies were observed, and the fuel level was about 30 gallons per side. During the takeoff roll, everything seemed normal. Shortly after rotation, the engine experienced a partial loss of power, however, there was not enough runway remaining to abort the takeoff, and the pilot continued the takeoff sequence. During the initial climb out, the pilot noticed a decrease in airspeed along with an additional loss of engine power. He elected to return to the airport, however, realized he would not be able to make it to the runway, and deployed the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS). Subsequently, the airplane descended under the parachute canopy onto desert terrain. Post accident examination of the airplane revealed that forward fuselage and empennage sustained substantial damage. The wreckage was recovered to a secure location for further examination. Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database Retrieved: 2026-02-12