Has N2723U been in an accident?

Yes. N2723U appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2010.

What kind of aircraft is N2723U?

N2723U is a 1963 Cessna 172D (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17250323.

N2723U — 1963 Cessna 172D

Deregistered

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

N2723U appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2010, serious injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 17, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 17250323
Manufacturer: Cessna
Model: 172D
Year: 1963
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Cont Motor 0-300 Ser
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

CEN10LA282May 30, 2010Las Cruces, NMSerious
A loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of water contamination in the fuel, and the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection. Contributing the accident was an inoperative number 5 cylinder exhaust valve.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1963 Cessna 172D).

Mar 14, 2012deregistered — Adventure Leasing

Frequently asked

Has N2723U been in an accident?: Yes. N2723U appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2010.
What kind of aircraft is N2723U?: N2723U is a 1963 Cessna 172D (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17250323.

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