Has N317NF been in an accident?

Yes. N317NF appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2008.

What kind of aircraft is N317NF?

N317NF is a 1963 Beech 23 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number M-494.

N317NF — 1963 Beech 23

Deregistered

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 11, 2026

N317NF appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2008, minor injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 11, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: M-494
Manufacturer: Beech
Model: 23
Year: 1963
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Lycoming 0-320 Series
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

CEN09CA006Oct 9, 2008Chesaning, MIMinor
The pilot's failure to adequately compensate for the gusting wind conditions during landing. Contributing to the accident were the gusting winds.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1963 Beech 23).

Nov 6, 2012deregistered — Kozlowski James A

Frequently asked

Has N317NF been in an accident?: Yes. N317NF appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2008.
What kind of aircraft is N317NF?: N317NF is a 1963 Beech 23 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number M-494.

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