Has N897SP been in an accident?

Yes. N897SP appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2008.

What kind of aircraft is N897SP?

N897SP is a 1954 Piper PA-18 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 54-2355.

Has N897SP been in a fatal accident?

An NTSB record for N897SP (ANC08FA072) is classified with a fatal highest injury level.

N897SP — 1954 Piper PA-18

Deregistered

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

N897SP appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2008, 1 fatality). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 18, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 54-2355
Manufacturer: Piper
Model: PA-18
Year: 1954
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Lycoming O-360-c4p
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

ANC08FA072Jun 7, 2008Quinhagak, AKFatal · 1 fatal
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering at a low altitude in high winds, resulting in an aerodynamic stall and uncontrolled descent to the ground. Contributing to the accident were the high winds.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1954 Piper PA-18).

Mar 24, 2017deregistered — Lunt Shaun A

Frequently asked

Has N897SP been in an accident?: Yes. N897SP appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2008.
What kind of aircraft is N897SP?: N897SP is a 1954 Piper PA-18 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 54-2355.
Has N897SP been in a fatal accident?: An NTSB record for N897SP (ANC08FA072) is classified with a fatal highest injury level.

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