Has N5069Z been in an accident?

Yes. N5069Z appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2016.

What kind of aircraft is N5069Z?

N5069Z is a 1961 Piper PA-22-108 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 22-8697.

N5069Z — 1961 Piper PA-22-108

Deregistered

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 18, 2026

N5069Z appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2016, minor injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 18, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 22-8697
Manufacturer: Piper
Model: PA-22-108
Year: 1961
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Lycoming 0-235 Series
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

GAA16CA183Apr 9, 2016Pantego, NCMinor
A loss of directional control during the takeoff roll in gusting wind conditions, which resulted in a runway excursion, a nose over, and an impact with terrain. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to takeoff in gusting crosswind conditions.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1961 Piper PA-22-108).

Aug 28, 2018deregistered — Respess Malvin R

Frequently asked

Has N5069Z been in an accident?: Yes. N5069Z appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2016.
What kind of aircraft is N5069Z?: N5069Z is a 1961 Piper PA-22-108 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 22-8697.

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