Has N3697V been in an accident?

Yes. N3697V appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2021.

What kind of aircraft is N3697V?

N3697V is a 1948 Cessna 140 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 14973.

N3697V — 1948 Cessna 140

Deregistered

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Aug 29, 2026

N3697V appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2021, minor injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Aug 29, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 14973
Manufacturer: Cessna
Model: 140
Year: 1948
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Cont Motor 0-200 Series
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

CEN21LA255Jun 5, 2021Alexandria, MNMinor
The pilot did not maintain aircraft and directional control during the landing in variable wind conditions resulting in abnormal contact with the terrain.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1948 Cessna 140).

Feb 19, 2022deregistered — Sale Reported

Frequently asked

Has N3697V been in an accident?: Yes. N3697V appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2021.
What kind of aircraft is N3697V?: N3697V is a 1948 Cessna 140 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 14973.

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