Has N257DR been in an accident?

Yes. N257DR appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2021.

What kind of aircraft is N257DR?

N257DR is a Rowe Dennis A HIGHLANDER (fixed wing single-engine), serial number JA257-01-12.

Who is N257DR registered to?

N257DR is registered to Rowe Dennis A of Vandergrift, PA. Registration status: active.

N257DR — Rowe Dennis A HIGHLANDER

Active registration

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 18, 2026

N257DR appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2021, no injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 18, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: JA257-01-12
Manufacturer: Rowe Dennis A
Model: HIGHLANDER
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Registration: Active
Registered to: Rowe Dennis A — Vandergrift, PA

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Accident & incident history

ERA21LA182Apr 10, 2021Bluefield, WVNo injuries
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while landing in a gusty crosswind, which resulted in a ground loop.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the Rowe Dennis A HIGHLANDER).

Nov 13, 2020registered — Rowe Dennis A

Frequently asked

Has N257DR been in an accident?: Yes. N257DR appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2021.
What kind of aircraft is N257DR?: N257DR is a Rowe Dennis A HIGHLANDER (fixed wing single-engine), serial number JA257-01-12.
Who is N257DR registered to?: N257DR is registered to Rowe Dennis A of Vandergrift, PA. Registration status: active.

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