Tuesday, September 22, 2026

Piper PA-31-350 Navajo Chieftain, N30SA, incident occurred on September 20, 2026, at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL/KFLL), Fort Lauderdale, Florida

This is preliminary information, subject to change, and may contain errors. Any errors in this writing will be corrected when/if the NTSB preliminary report is released.

https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=N30SA

- History of Flight:
On September 20, 2026, at about 1652 local time, a Piper PA-31-350 Navajo Chieftain, N30SA, registered to MSM30SA LLC and being operated by Aztec Airways as flight AZY212, struck taxiway lights while exiting after landing on runway 28L at KFLL. The Part 135 on-demand flight originated from Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO/MYGF), 
Freeport, Bahamas, at 1615.

Taylorcraft BC12-D1, N44371, incident occurred on September 20, 2026, at Newport News, Virginia

This is preliminary information, subject to change, and may contain errors. Any errors in this writing will be corrected when/if the NTSB preliminary report is released.

https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=N44371

- History of Flight:
On September 20, 2026, at about 1610 local time, a privately-registered Taylorcraft BC12-D1, N44371, sustained unknown damage when it crashed into a hangar for unknown reasons while taxiing at Newport News, Virginia. The pilot and passenger suffered unknown injuries.

Cirrus SR20 G6, N189WM, accident occurred on September 19, 2026, near Arden, North Carolina

This is preliminary information, subject to change, and may contain errors. Any errors in this writing will be corrected when/if the NTSB preliminary report is released.

https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=N189WM

- History of Flight:
On September 19, 2026, at about 1041 local time, a Cirrus SR20 G6, N189WM, registered to Sanborn Hill Aviation LLC, sustained substantial when it was involved in a CAPS deployment/landing near Arden, North Carolina. The pilot and passenger suffered minor injuries. The flight originated from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL/KAVL), 
Asheville, North Carolina, at 1034.

The FAA reported that the airplane experienced engine issues and deployed the CAPS during an attempted to return to departure airport. It came down upright in a field with the nose gear collapsed.

ADS-B data shows that the airplane departed runway 35 and was climbing through 4,200 ft when it stopped the climb and initiated a descending right hand turn. The CAPS was deployed about 3 minutes later.

The NTSB is investigating.

- Weather:

METAR KAVL 191354Z VRB03KT 10SM CLR 24/19 A3016 RMK AO2 SLP185 T02390189

METAR KAVL 191454Z VRB04KT 10SM CLR 26/19 A3017 RMK AO2 SLP185 T02560194 51005

Rand Robinson KR-2, N455JS, accident occurred on September 20, 2026, at Lima Allen County Airport (AOH/KAOH), Lima, Ohio

This is preliminary information, subject to change, and may contain errors. Any errors in this writing will be corrected when/if the NTSB preliminary report is released.

https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=N455JS

- History of Flight:
On September 20, 2026, at about 1600 local time, a privately-registered Rand Robinson KR-2, N455JS, sustained substantial damage when it landed gearup because the landing gear was not fully locked in the down position. The pilot was not injured.

Cessna 182Q Skylane, N88JD, accident occurred on September 19, 2026, at Water Valley Municipal Airport (33M), Water Valley, Mississippi

This is preliminary information, subject to change, and may contain errors. Any errors in this writing will be corrected when/if the NTSB preliminary report is released.

https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=N88JD

- History of Flight:
On September 18, 2026, at about 1712 local time, a privately-registered Cessna 182Q Skylane, N88JD, was destroyed when it overshot runway 33 while attempting to land and crashed in a wooded area at the Water Valley Municipal Airport (33M), Water Valley, Mississippi. The pilot was seriously injured.

33M is a public airport located 3 miles northwest of Water Valley, Mississippi. The airport field elevation is 269.9 ft. The airport features a single asphalt runway 15/33 that is 3000 x 50 ft.

Cessna 180 Skywagon, N4722B, accident occurred on September 19, 2026, at Medford-Rogue Valley International Airport (MFR/KMFR), Medford, Oregon

This is preliminary information, subject to change, and may contain errors. Any errors in this writing will be corrected when/if the NTSB preliminary report is released.

https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=N4722B

- History of Flight:
On September 19, 2026, at about 1256 local time, a privately-registered Cessna 180 Skywagon, N4722B, sustained substantial damage when it bounced on landing and attempted to go-around, but lost control and flipped over on runway 32 at KMFR. The pilot suffered minor injuries.

The airplane was involved in an accident on June 22, 2024 at Chamberlain USFS Airport (U79), Idaho, when it lost control on takeoff and nosed over.


- Weather:

METAR KMFR 191853Z 29003KT 10SM CLR 21/08 A3008 RMK AO2 SLP180 T02110078

METAR KMFR 191953Z 25004KT 10SM CLR 23/08 A3005 RMK AO2 SLP170 T02330078

Piper PA-12 Super Cruiser, N4139M, accident occurred on September 18, 2026, in Salem, Oregon

This is preliminary information, subject to change, and may contain errors. Any errors in this writing will be corrected when/if the NTSB preliminary report is released.

https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=N4139M

- History of Flight:
On September 18, 2026, at about 1900 local time, a privately-registered Piper PA-12 Super Cruiser, N4139M, sustained substantial damage when it flipped over after hitting the brakes on landing. The pilot and passenger were not injured.

Aérospatiale SA315B Lama, N238HA, accident occurred on September 18, 2026, near McRae, Georgia

This is preliminary information, subject to change, and may contain errors. Any errors in this writing will be corrected when/if the NTSB preliminary report is released.

https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=N238HA

- History of Flight:
On September 18, 2026, at about 1604 local time, an Aérospatiale SA315B Lama, N238HA, registered to High Altitude Helicopters Inc, sustained substantial damage when it lost lift shortly after takeoff for unknown reasons and crashed near McRae, Georgia. The pilot was not injured.

The helicopter was involved in an accident on May 2, 2024, near Lewsiton, Idaho, when it struck powerlines during an aerial application flight.

Bell 206B-3 JetRanger III, N50141, accident occurred on September 18, 2026, near Plymouth, North Carolina

This is preliminary information, subject to change, and may contain errors. Any errors in this writing will be corrected when/if the NTSB preliminary report is released.

https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=N50141

- History of Flight:
On September 18, 2026, at about 1037 local time, a Bell 206B-3 JetRanger III, N50141, registered to Greenwood Helicopters Inc out of Washington, NC, sustained substantial damage when it crashed on landing under unknown circumstances near Plymouth, North  Carolina. The sole pilot onboard was not injured.

Preliminary ADS-B data shows that the helicopter departed from an open field near Cypress Landing, North Carolina, and proceeded north and reached a set of powerlines near Creswell, North Carolina, at 0805. The helicopter seems to have started doing aerial powerline work. The FAA reported the accident time at 1037 and the flight activity as personal.


According to online sources: "Greenwood Helicopters is a reputable helicopter service provider based in Washington, NC. Specializing in aerial transportation and tours, the company offers a range of services to meet various needs."

Cessna 337 Super Skymaster, N2131X, incident occurred on September 19, 2026, at Aransas County Airport (RKP/KRKP), Rockport, Texas

This is preliminary information, subject to change, and may contain errors. Any errors in this writing will be corrected when/if the NTSB preliminary report is released.

https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=N2131X

- History of Flight:
On September 19, 2026, at about 1539 local time, a privately-registered Cessna 337 Super Skymaster, N2131X, sustained unknown damage when it was doing a touch-and-go and the gear was retracted on runway 14, damaging both propellers. The pilot was not injured. The personal flight originated from Calhoun County Airport (PKV/KPKV), 
Port Lavaca, Texas, at 1519.

- Weather:

METAR KRKP 191953Z AUTO 12010KT 10SM CLR 33/24 A2993 RMK AO2 SLP135 T03280244 $

METAR KRKP 192053Z AUTO 13011KT 10SM CLR 32/24 A2991 RMK AO2 SLP131 T03220244 56018 $

Ted Smith Aerostar 600, N11111, incident occurred on September 19, 2026, at Tacoma Narrows Airport (TIW/KTIW), Tacoma, Washington

This is preliminary information, subject to change, and may contain errors. Any errors in this writing will be corrected when/if the NTSB preliminary report is released.

https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=N11111

- History of Flight:
On September 19, 2026, at about 1340 local time, a Ted Smith Aerostar 600, N11111, registered to Star Flight LLC, sustained unknown damage when it landed on runway 17 with the nose gear up at KTIW. The pilot and two passengers were not injured. The flight originated from Auburn Municipal Airport (S50), 
Auburn, Washington.

- Weather:

METAR KTIW 191953Z 25005KT 10SM OVC011 14/11 A3016 RMK AO2 SLP211 T01440111

METAR KTIW 192053Z 00000KT 10SM OVC012 15/11 A3014 RMK AO2 SLP207 T01500111 56012

Beechcraft 200 Super King Air, N621JG, incident occurred on September 19, 2026, at Dothan Regional Airport (DHN/KDHN), Dothan, Alabama

This is preliminary information, subject to change, and may contain errors. Any errors in this writing will be corrected when/if the NTSB preliminary report is released.

https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=N621JG

- History of Flight:
On September 19, 2026, at about 1359 local time, a Beechcraft 200 Super King Air, N621JG, registered to White Aviation LLC, sustained unknown damage when it suffered a right main gear collapse on landing runway 32 at Dothan Regional Airport (DHN/KDHN), Dothan, Alabama. The pilot and three passengers were not injured. The flight originated from Tyler-Pounds Regional Airport (TYR/KTYR), 
Tyler, Texas, at 1131.

The airplane initially conducted a go-around and came back for a second landing on the same runway.

The airplane was involved in a gearup landing on June 13, 2023, at Coral Creek Airport (FA54), Placida, Florida.

- Weather:

METAR KDHN 191853Z 11005KT 10SM CLR 34/19 A3001 RMK AO1 SLP156 T03440194

METAR KDHN 191953Z 00000KT 10SM CLR 34/19 A2998 RMK AO1 SLP145 T03440194

Van's RV-8A, N900PP, incident occurred on September 19, 2026, at Raleigh Executive Jetport/Lee County Airport (TTA/KTTA), Sanford, North Carolina

This is preliminary information, subject to change, and may contain errors. Any errors in this writing will be corrected when/if the NTSB preliminary report is released.

https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=N900PP

- History of Flight:
On September 19, 2026, at about 1605 local time, a privately-registered Van's RV-8A, N900PP, sustained unknown damage when it landed and the nose gear collapsed on runway 3 at KTTA. The local flight originated at 1500. The pilot was not injured.

- Weather:

METAR KTTA 191955Z AUTO 05003KT 10SM SCT045 SCT050 30/19 A3002 RMK AO2 T03040193

METAR KTTA 192015Z AUTO 11004KT 10SM SCT048 SCT085 31/19 A3001 RMK AO2 T03110193

Cessna 172R Skyhawk, N429ES, incident occurred on September 18, 2026, at Molokai Airport (MKK/PHMK), Kaunakakai, Hawaii

This is preliminary information, subject to change, and may contain errors. Any errors in this writing will be corrected when/if the NTSB preliminary report is released.

https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=N429ES

- History of Flight:
On September 18, 2026, at about 1507 local time, a Cessna 172R Skyhawk, N429ES, registered to Barbers Point Flight School LLC, sustained unknown, but apparent minor damage when it incurred a propeller strike on landing runway 5 at Molokai Airport (MKK/PHMK), Kaunakakai, Hawaii. The pilot and passenger were not injured. The training flight originated from Kalaeloa Airport (JRF/PHJR), 
Kapolei, Hawaii, at 1421.

Cameron A400, N65573, accident occurred on September 19, 2026, near Angwin, California

This is preliminary information, subject to change, and may contain errors. Any errors in this writing will be corrected when/if the NTSB preliminary report is released.

https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=N65573

- History of Flight:
On September 19, 2026, at about 0830 local time, a Cameron A400 hot air balloon, N65573, registered to Napa Valley Balloons Inc, sustained substantial damage when it struck a tree while in flight near Angwin, California. The pilot sustained unknown injuries, six passengers suffered minor injuries, and thirteen passengers were not injured.

Piper PA-15 Vagabond, N4574H, incident occurred on September 18, 2026, near Gifford, Illinois

This is preliminary information, subject to change, and may contain errors. Any errors in this writing will be corrected when/if the NTSB preliminary report is released.

https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=N4574H

- History of Flight:
On September 18, 2026, at about 1036 local time, a Piper PA-15 Vagabond, N4574H, registered to Oak Bluff Farm LLC, sustained unknown damage when it landed on a road due to weather near Gifford, Illinois. The pilot and passenger were not injured.

Vashon Ranger R7, N1251J, incident occurred on September 19, 2026, at Mesa-Falcon Field Airport (FFZ/KFFZ), Mesa, Arizona

This is preliminary information, subject to change, and may contain errors. Any errors in this writing will be corrected when/if the NTSB preliminary report is released.

https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=N1251J

- History of Flight:
On September 19, 2026, at about 1625 local time, a privately-registered Vashon Ranger R7, N1251J, sustained minor damage when it landed on runway 22L and the left wheel came off while exiting the runway at FFZ. The pilot and passenger were not injured. The flight originated from Saint George Regional Airport (SGU/KSGU), 
Saint George, Utah, at 1453.

- Weather:

METAR KFFZ 192254Z AUTO 24005KT 10SM CLR 37/08 A2984 RMK AO2 SLP077 T03670083

METAR KFFZ 192354Z AUTO VRB04KT 10SM CLR 37/07 A2983 RMK AO2 SLP075 T03670067 10372 20333 56012

Waco YMF-5FC, N999PD, incident occurred on September 17, 2026, near Miami Executive Airport (TMB/KTMB), Miami, Florida

This is preliminary information, subject to change, and may contain errors. Any errors in this writing will be corrected when/if the NTSB preliminary report is released.

https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=N999PD

- History of Flight:
On September 17, 2026, at about 1749 local time, a Waco YMF-5FC, N999PD, registered to Skyline Aviation Services LLC, was not damaged in a forced landing following a loss of engine power near Miami Executive Airport (TMB/KTMB), Miami, Florida. The pilot was not injured.

Piper PA-18-150 Super Cub, N3879Z, accident occurred on September 17, 2026, near Karinen, South Dakota

This is preliminary information, subject to change, and may contain errors. Any errors in this writing will be corrected when/if the NTSB preliminary report is released.

https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=N3879Z

- History of Flight:
On September 17, 2026, at about 0610 local time, a privately-registered Piper PA-18-150 Super Cub, N3879Z, sustained substantial damage when it crashed under unknown circumstances in a field near Karinen, South Dakota. The pilot was seriously injured.

AutoGyro MTOSport, N677KM, incident occurred on September 17, 2026, in Kaplan, Louisiana

This is preliminary information, subject to change, and may contain errors. Any errors in this writing will be corrected when/if the NTSB preliminary report is released.

https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=N677KM

- History of Flight:
On September 17, 2026, at about 0806 local time, an AutoGyro MTOSport, N677KM, registration pending, sustained unknown damage when it was involved in an incident in Kaplan, Louisiana. The pilot and passenger were not injured.

The FAA reported that the gyro impacted a levy during an emergency landing in a field due to loss of power.

Cessna 180J Skywagon, N7642K, incident occurred on September 17, 2026, at Boise Airport (BOI/KBOI), Boise, Idaho

This is preliminary information, subject to change, and may contain errors. Any errors in this writing will be corrected when/if the NTSB preliminary report is released.

https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=N7642K

- History of Flight:
On September 21, 2026, at about 1426 local time, a privately-registered Cessna 180J Skywagon, N7642K, sustained minor damage when it suffered a landing gear collapse on runway 28L at Boise Airport (BOI/KBOI), Boise, Idaho. The flight originated from Salt Lake Skypark (BTF/KBTF), 
Bountiful, Utah, at 1149 lt. The pilot and passenger were not injured.

The airplane departed about 5 hours later.

Figure 1: ADS-B data of landing


Figure 2: Takeoff later

Mooney M20J 201, N201CG, incident occurred on September 21, 2026, at Arlington Municipal Airport (GKY/KGKY), Arlington, Texas

This is preliminary information, subject to change, and may contain errors. Any errors in this writing will be corrected when/if the NTSB preliminary report is released.

https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=N201CG

- History of Flight:
On September 21, 2026, at about 1756 local time, a Mooney M20J 201, N201CG, registered to New Orleans Aviation LLC, sustained unknown damage when it was involved in an incident at Arlington Municipal Airport (GKY/KGKY), Arlington, Texas. The pilot was not injured. The flight originated from Slidell Airport (ASD/KASD), 
Slidell, Louisiana, at 1421.

The FAA reported that the airplane landed and suffered a gear collapse. ADS-B data shows that the incident happened on runway 16.

- Weather:

METAR KGKY 212253Z 15009KT 10SM CLR 34/20 A2988 RMK AO2 LTG DSNT N SLP109 T03390200 $

METAR KGKY 212353Z 14010KT 10SM CLR 32/19 A2988 RMK AO2 SLP110 T03170194 10356 20317 55001 $

Cessna 172M Skyhawk, N4479R, incident occurred on September 20, 2026, at David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport (DWH/KDWH), Houston, Texas

This is preliminary information, subject to change, and may contain errors. Any errors in this writing will be corrected when/if the NTSB preliminary report is released.

https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=N4479R

- History of Flight:
On September 20, 2026, at about 1304 local time, a Cessna 172M Skyhawk, N4479R, registered to Up and Up Aviation LLC, sustained unknown damage when it was involved in an incident at David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport (DWH/KDWH), Houston, Texas. The pilot and passenger were not injured. The local flight originated at 1230.

Preliminary ADS-B data shows that the airplane conducted two touch-and-go(es)/two go-arounds on runway 17R before landing. The FAA reported that the airplane "initiated a missed approach and struck runway lights, landed on the second attempt," but didn't specify in which attempt the incident happened.

- Weather:

METAR KDWH 201753Z VRB03KT 10SM SCT045 32/21 A2993 RMK AO2 SLP134 T03220211 10344 20200 58015

METAR KDWH 201853Z VRB05KT 10SM BKN050 35/21 A2991 RMK AO2 SLP125 T03500211

Honda HA-420 HondaJet, N123PM, incident occurred on September 20, 2026, at West Houston Airport (IWS/KIWS), Houston, Texas

This is preliminary information, subject to change, and may contain errors. Any errors in this writing will be corrected when/if the NTSB preliminary report is released.

https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=N123PM

- History of Flight:
On September 20, 2026, at about 1602 local time, a Honda HA-420 HondaJet, N123PM, registered to Pipe In The Sky Aviation LLC, sustained unknown damage when it struck a deer during landing attempt/upon landing on runway 15 at KIWS. The pilot and four passengers were not injured. The FAA reported that the strike left a dent in the leading edge of the left wing. The flight originated from Addison Airport (ADS/KADS), 
Dallas, Texas, at 1513.

ADS-B data shows that the airplane was initially on approach to runway 15 when it conducted a go-around and came in again for a second uneventful landing.

There was no mention of wildlife or deer activity in the FAA airport remarks.

- Weather:

METAR KTME 202055Z AUTO VRB03KT 10SM CLR 35/22 A2986 RMK AO2

METAR KTME 202115Z AUTO 10005KT 10SM SCT055 SCT065 SCT075 35/22 A2985 RMK AO2