NTSB Probes Non-Injury Piper PA-28R Incident in West Chicago

WEST CHICAGO, Ill. — The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating an aviation incident involving a Piper PA-28R-201, registration N31401, that occurred in West Chicago on May 13, 2026.

According to NTSB event record 20260513202982, no fatalities or injuries were reported. The severity classification is listed as "none," though the investigation into the flight circumstances remains ongoing.

The Piper PA-28R-201 is a single-engine, retractable-gear aircraft commonly used in general aviation for personal transport and flight training. Officials have not yet released details about the flight's mission or pilot identity. The NTSB has not issued a preliminary report on the incident's cause, and historically notes that landing-phase errors are common factors in PA-28R series incidents.