Has N3687L been in an accident?

Yes. N3687L appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2024.

What kind of aircraft is N3687L?

N3687L is a 1965 Cessna 172G (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17253856.

N3687L — 1965 Cessna 172G

Deregistered

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 24, 2026

N3687L appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2024, no injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 24, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 17253856
Manufacturer: Cessna
Model: 172G
Year: 1965
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Cont Motor 0-300 Ser
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

ERA24LA260May 30, 2024Greensboro, NCNo injuries
The pilot's improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing and a subsequent loss of directional control.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1965 Cessna 172G).

Sep 3, 2024deregistered — Elon Aviation Llc

Frequently asked

Has N3687L been in an accident?: Yes. N3687L appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2024.
What kind of aircraft is N3687L?: N3687L is a 1965 Cessna 172G (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17253856.

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