Has N3971Z been in an accident?

Yes. N3971Z appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2014.

What kind of aircraft is N3971Z?

N3971Z is a 1962 Piper PA-18-150 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 18-7888.

N3971Z — 1962 Piper PA-18-150

Deregistered

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

N3971Z appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2014, no injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 11, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 18-7888
Manufacturer: Piper
Model: PA-18-150
Year: 1962
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Lycoming 0-320 Series
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

ANC14CA053Jul 11, 2014Prudhoe Bay, AKNo injuries
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing and attempted go-around, resulting in contact with terrain and a ground loop.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1962 Piper PA-18-150).

Mar 2, 2019deregistered — Orear Michael T

Frequently asked

Has N3971Z been in an accident?: Yes. N3971Z appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2014.
What kind of aircraft is N3971Z?: N3971Z is a 1962 Piper PA-18-150 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 18-7888.

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