Has N261FC been in an accident?

Yes. N261FC appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2025.

What kind of aircraft is N261FC?

N261FC is a 1968 Piper PA-28-140 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 28-24697.

Who is N261FC registered to?

N261FC is registered to Vu Ai of Aiea, HI. Registration status: active.

N261FC — 1968 Piper PA-28-140

Active registration

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 18, 2026

N261FC appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2025, minor injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 18, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 28-24697
Manufacturer: Piper
Model: PA-28-140
Year: 1968
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Lycoming 0-320 Series
Registration: Active
Registered to: Vu Ai — Aiea, HI

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Accident & incident history

ANC25LA028Mar 27, 2025Royal Kunia, HIMinor
Improper alteration of the crankshaft propeller flange at an unknown time, which resulted in an in-flight separation of the propeller assembly.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1968 Piper PA-28-140).

Jun 26, 2021registered — Vu Ai

Frequently asked

Has N261FC been in an accident?: Yes. N261FC appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2025.
What kind of aircraft is N261FC?: N261FC is a 1968 Piper PA-28-140 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 28-24697.
Who is N261FC registered to?: N261FC is registered to Vu Ai of Aiea, HI. Registration status: active.

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