PIPER J3C
Brimfield, OH, February 1, 2026
Event Information
| Date | February 1, 2026 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| Location | Brimfield, OH |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 41.09760, -81.34944 |
| Highest Injury | MINR |
| NTSB Number | ERA26LA105 |
| Event ID | 20260204202386 |
Aircraft
| Make | PIPER |
| Model | J3C |
| Registration # | N5930V |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 2 |
| None | 0 |
| Total Injured | 2 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to use carburetor heat during descent in cold temperatures, which resulted in a total loss of engine power at an altitude too low for recovery.
About This NTSB Record
This aviation event was investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). NTSB investigates all U.S. civil aviation accidents to determine probable cause and issue safety recommendations to prevent future accidents.