N98550 — Piper J3C-65
DeregisteredChecked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 16, 2026
N98550 appears in 2 NTSB accident records (most recent 2017, minor injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 16, 2026.
Aircraft record
Accident & incident history
An improper replacement of the crankshaft by maintenance personnel, which resulted in a failure of the crankshaft gear and total loss of engine power.
A partial loss of engine power due to the No. 4 intake and exhaust valves becoming lodged in the valve guides, which resulted from a lack of use, improper engine storage preparation, and improper return to service from indefinite storage.
Registration timeline
Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the Piper J3C-65).
- Jan 10, 2020deregistered — Sale Reported
Frequently asked
- Has N98550 been in an accident?
- Yes. N98550 appears in 2 NTSB accident records, the most recent in 2017.
- What kind of aircraft is N98550?
- N98550 is a Piper J3C-65 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 18763.
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