Has N288GB been in an accident?

Yes. N288GB appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2016.

What kind of aircraft is N288GB?

N288GB is a 1962 Cessna 172C (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17249244.

N288GB — 1962 Cessna 172C

Deregistered

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Aug 29, 2026

N288GB appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2016, minor injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Aug 29, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 17249244
Manufacturer: Cessna
Model: 172C
Year: 1962
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Cont Motor 0-300 Ser
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

ERA16CA277Jun 29, 2016Gray, GAMinor
The pilot's failure to properly manage the available fuel supply, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.

Registration timeline

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

Dec 2, 2016deregistered — Sale Reported

Frequently asked

Has N288GB been in an accident?: Yes. N288GB appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2016.
What kind of aircraft is N288GB?: N288GB is a 1962 Cessna 172C (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17249244.

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