Has N9097U been in an accident?

Yes. N9097U appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2016.

What kind of aircraft is N9097U?

N9097U is a 1985 Piper PA-28-161 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 28-8616022.

N9097U — 1985 Piper PA-28-161

Deregistered

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

N9097U appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2016, serious injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 18, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 28-8616022
Manufacturer: Piper
Model: PA-28-161
Year: 1985
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Lycoming 0-320 Series
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

GAA17CA026Oct 14, 2016Latrobe, PASerious
The pilot’s unstabilized approach, which resulted in the airplane’s wing striking the ground while the pilot was maneuvering to realign with the runway.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1985 Piper PA-28-161).

Feb 26, 2019deregistered — Westmoreland Aviation Holding Co Inc

Frequently asked

Has N9097U been in an accident?: Yes. N9097U appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2016.
What kind of aircraft is N9097U?: N9097U is a 1985 Piper PA-28-161 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 28-8616022.

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