Has N2997M been in an accident?

Yes. N2997M appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2009.

What kind of aircraft is N2997M?

N2997M is a 1946 Piper PA-12 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 12-1472.

N2997M — 1946 Piper PA-12

Deregistered

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 11, 2026

N2997M appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2009, no injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 11, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 12-1472
Manufacturer: Piper
Model: PA-12
Year: 1946
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Lycoming 0-320 Series
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

ANC09CA028Apr 4, 2009Skwentna, AKNo injuries
The pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing/takeoff area with an unfavorable wind.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1946 Piper PA-12).

Oct 5, 2019deregistered — Wiita Chris D

Frequently asked

Has N2997M been in an accident?: Yes. N2997M appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2009.
What kind of aircraft is N2997M?: N2997M is a 1946 Piper PA-12 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 12-1472.

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