Preliminary Report: JetStar loses left flap
Lockheed JetStar 1329-23E, Houston, Texas, May 15, 2004–Lockheed JetStar N57NR sustained minor damage following an in-flight separation of the left

Lockheed JetStar 1329-23E, Houston, Texas, May 15, 2004–Lockheed JetStar N57NR sustained minor damage following an in-flight separation of the left flap assembly while on final approach to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). The airplane was registered to and operated by Aircraft Trading Center of Tequesta, Fla. The two ATP pilots and two passengers were not injured. VMC prevailed and an IFR flight plan was filed for the Part 91 business flight.

According to the pilot, as the flaps were extended fully on final approach to Runway 4, the airplane decelerated and rolled uncontrollably to the left. The pilot regained control of the airplane by accelerating to 165 to 170 knots, and holding right roll control. The landing touchdown and rollout were uneventful.

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