Cessna 172G N3966L accident near Shelby, North Carolina

Sep 5, 2026 · NTSB number ERA26LA356 · Preliminary report

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Event

Date
Sep 5, 2026
Type
Accident
Place
Shelby, North Carolina
Nearest airport
Shelby-Cleveland County Region (KEHO)
Highest injury
None
Weather
Visual (VMC)
Light
Day

Cessna 172G

N-number
N3966L
Category
Airplane
Year built
1966
Damage
Substantial
Operating rule
Part 91 (general aviation)
Purpose of flight
Personal

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