Has N2357U been in an accident?

Yes. N2357U appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2008.

What kind of aircraft is N2357U?

N2357U is a 1962 Cessna 172D (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17249957.

N2357U — 1962 Cessna 172D

Deregistered

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 21, 2026

N2357U appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2008, no injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 21, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 17249957
Manufacturer: Cessna
Model: 172D
Year: 1962
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Cont Motor 0-300 Ser
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

ANC08LA094Aug 2, 2008Anchorage, AKNo injuries
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing flare/touchdown, which resulted in a runway excursion and collapse of the nose gear.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1962 Cessna 172D).

May 15, 2017deregistered — Dirkers Carl Alan

Frequently asked

Has N2357U been in an accident?: Yes. N2357U appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2008.
What kind of aircraft is N2357U?: N2357U is a 1962 Cessna 172D (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17249957.

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