Has N261SW been in an accident?

Yes. N261SW appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2023.

What kind of aircraft is N261SW?

N261SW is a 1983 Beech C-99 (fixed wing multi-engine), serial number U-202.

N261SW — 1983 Beech C-99

Deregistered

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

N261SW appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2023, minor injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 18, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: U-202
Manufacturer: Beech
Model: C-99
Year: 1983
Category: Fixed wing multi-engine
Engine: P&w Canada Pt6a-60a
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

CEN23LA363Aug 15, 2023Lansing, MIMinor
The pilot’s failure to properly set the rudder trim position which resulted in a loss of directional control during takeoff. Contributing was the pilot’s inadequate checklist procedures prior to takeoff.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1983 Beech C-99).

Dec 7, 2023deregistered — Uas Transervices Inc

Frequently asked

Has N261SW been in an accident?: Yes. N261SW appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2023.
What kind of aircraft is N261SW?: N261SW is a 1983 Beech C-99 (fixed wing multi-engine), serial number U-202.

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