Final
2 minor
Feb 1, 2026
N5930V accident at Brimfield, OH
Piper J3C — Loss of engine power (total) at Brimfield, OH
DateFeb 1, 2026
Tail numberN5930V
AircraftPiper J3C · Piper J-3 Cub · J3
LocationBrimfield, OH
Phase of flightManeuvering
OperationPart 91 Personal
Injuries2 minor
NTSB caseERA26LA105
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.
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