# NTSB Accident ERA20LA129
> **Cirrus SR22** · 2020-03-17 · Conway, SC, USA · NONE
## Event
- **NTSB number:** ERA20LA129
- **Event ID:** 20200317X65851
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2020-03-17
- **Location:** Conway, SC, USA
- **Coordinates:** 33.897777, -78.950836
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** NONE
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 1
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Cirrus
- **Model:** SR22
- **Registration:** N150X
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** IMC
## Probable cause

The pilot’s incorrect use of the autopilot while approaching the initial approach fix and his subsequent improper primary pitch control input while a pitch mode of the autopilot was engaged, which resulted in pitch excursions and subsequent departure from controlled flight.

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