Has N2861K been in an accident?

Yes. N2861K appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2017.

What kind of aircraft is N2861K?

N2861K is a 1947 Luscombe 8A (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 5588.

N2861K — 1947 Luscombe 8A

Deregistered

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 15, 2026

N2861K appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2017, minor injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 15, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 5588
Manufacturer: Luscombe
Model: 8A
Year: 1947
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Cont Motor A&c65 Series
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

GAA17CA498Aug 21, 2017Perryville, MOMinor
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1947 Luscombe 8A).

Jan 31, 2020deregistered — Rippee Thomas E

Frequently asked

Has N2861K been in an accident?: Yes. N2861K appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2017.
What kind of aircraft is N2861K?: N2861K is a 1947 Luscombe 8A (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 5588.

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