Has N3871L been in an accident?

Yes. N3871L appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2021.

What kind of aircraft is N3871L?

N3871L is a 1965 Cessna 172G (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17254040.

N3871L — 1965 Cessna 172G

Deregistered

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

N3871L appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2021, no injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Aug 29, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 17254040
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

WPR21LA224Jun 2, 2021Washington, CANo injuries
A total loss of engine power during an enroute climb due to a stuck exhaust valve and multiple failed piston compression rings.

Registration timeline

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

Jul 30, 2022deregistered — Hyatt Alexander J Jr

Frequently asked

Has N3871L been in an accident?: Yes. N3871L appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2021.
What kind of aircraft is N3871L?: N3871L is a 1965 Cessna 172G (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17254040.

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