Final 1 serious, 2 minor Feb 23, 2026

N9624J crash at Monroe, NC

Piper PA-28-180 — Loss of control in flight at EQY (Monroe, NC)

DateFeb 23, 2026
Tail numberN9624J
AircraftPiper PA-28-180 · Piper PA-28 Cherokee/Archer/Warrior · P28A
LocationEQY — Monroe, NC
Phase of flightLanding
OperationPart 91 Personal
Injuries1 serious, 2 minor
NTSB caseERA26LA123

Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while landing in gusting crosswind conditions.

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