Has N3042D been in an accident?

Yes. N3042D appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2012.

What kind of aircraft is N3042D?

N3042D is a Cessna 310 (fixed wing multi-engine), serial number 35242.

N3042D — Cessna 310

Deregistered

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 16, 2026

N3042D appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2012, minor injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 16, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 35242
Manufacturer: Cessna
Model: 310
Category: Fixed wing multi-engine
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

CEN12LA228Apr 3, 2012Corpus Christi, TXMinor
The failure of the bolt that retained the clutch drive rod end, which resulted in a loss of main rotor drive and a subsequent hard landing.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the Cessna 310).

Mar 14, 1979deregistered — Sampson J Philip

Frequently asked

Has N3042D been in an accident?: Yes. N3042D appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2012.
What kind of aircraft is N3042D?: N3042D is a Cessna 310 (fixed wing multi-engine), serial number 35242.

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