Has N2805Z been in an accident?

Yes. N2805Z appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2015.

What kind of aircraft is N2805Z?

N2805Z is a 1959 Piper PA-22-160 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 22-6798.

N2805Z — 1959 Piper PA-22-160

Deregistered

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

N2805Z appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2015, serious injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 17, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 22-6798
Manufacturer: Piper
Model: PA-22-160
Year: 1959
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Lycoming 0-320 Series
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

CEN15LA382Aug 25, 2015Tyler, MNSerious
The student pilot's failure to adequately ensure the carburetor was clear of ice before takeoff, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power during takeoff due to carburetor icing.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1959 Piper PA-22-160).

Mar 2, 2018deregistered — Ellefson Daniel L

Frequently asked

Has N2805Z been in an accident?: Yes. N2805Z appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2015.
What kind of aircraft is N2805Z?: N2805Z is a 1959 Piper PA-22-160 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 22-6798.

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