Has N172ST been in an accident?

Yes. N172ST appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2008.

What kind of aircraft is N172ST?

N172ST is a 1978 Cessna 172N (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17271289.

N172ST — 1978 Cessna 172N

Deregistered

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

N172ST appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2008, serious injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 16, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 17271289
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

SEA08LA191Aug 30, 2008Burbank, CASerious
The pilot's improper preflight and in-flight planning, which resulted in fuel exhaustion. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's loss of situational awareness while conducting the normal and emergency checklists during his turn from base to final approach, and the dark night condition.

Registration timeline

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

Sep 4, 2009deregistered — Universal Aviators Academy Inc

Frequently asked

Has N172ST been in an accident?: Yes. N172ST appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2008.
What kind of aircraft is N172ST?: N172ST is a 1978 Cessna 172N (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17271289.

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