Has N1172D been in an accident?

Yes. N1172D appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2009.

What kind of aircraft is N1172D?

N1172D is a 1953 Cessna 305A (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 23220C.

Who is N1172D registered to?

N1172D is registered to Plaster James F of Winston Salem, NC. Registration status: active.

N1172D — 1953 Cessna 305A

Active registration

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 25, 2026

N1172D appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2009, no injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 25, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 23220C
Manufacturer: Cessna
Model: 305A
Year: 1953
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Cont Motor O-470 Series
Registration: Active
Registered to: Plaster James F — Winston Salem, NC

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Accident & incident history

CEN10CA061Nov 22, 2009Rochester, INNo injuries
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1953 Cessna 305A).

Apr 14, 2021registered — Plaster James F

Frequently asked

Has N1172D been in an accident?: Yes. N1172D appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2009.
What kind of aircraft is N1172D?: N1172D is a 1953 Cessna 305A (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 23220C.
Who is N1172D registered to?: N1172D is registered to Plaster James F of Winston Salem, NC. Registration status: active.

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