Has N21242 been in an accident?

Yes. N21242 appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2016.

What kind of aircraft is N21242?

N21242 is a 1972 Cessna 182P (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 18261510.

N21242 — 1972 Cessna 182P

Deregistered

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 17, 2026

N21242 appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2016, minor injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 17, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 18261510
Manufacturer: Cessna
Model: 182P
Year: 1972
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Cont Motor O-470 Series
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

GAA16CA271Jun 1, 2016Elk River, IDMinor
The pilot exceeded the critical angle of attack during takeoff which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and impact with terrain.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1972 Cessna 182P).

Apr 19, 2017deregistered — Scott Brian W

Frequently asked

Has N21242 been in an accident?: Yes. N21242 appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2016.
What kind of aircraft is N21242?: N21242 is a 1972 Cessna 182P (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 18261510.

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