Has N172NT been in an accident?

Yes. N172NT appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2011.

What kind of aircraft is N172NT?

N172NT is a 1978 Cessna 172N (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17271113.

N172NT — 1978 Cessna 172N

Deregistered

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 16, 2026

N172NT appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2011, no injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 16, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 17271113
Manufacturer: Cessna
Model: 172N
Year: 1978
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Lycoming 0-320 Series
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

CEN11LA413Jun 18, 2011Bedford Park, ILNo injuries
A loss of engine power due to a fractured push rod precipitated by a stuck exhaust valve.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1978 Cessna 172N).

Jan 31, 2013deregistered — Woma Llc

Frequently asked

Has N172NT been in an accident?: Yes. N172NT appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2011.
What kind of aircraft is N172NT?: N172NT is a 1978 Cessna 172N (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17271113.

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