Has N3557Q been in an accident?

Yes. N3557Q appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2012.

What kind of aircraft is N3557Q?

N3557Q is a 1969 Cessna A188 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 188-0507.

N3557Q — 1969 Cessna A188

Deregistered

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

N3557Q appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2012, no injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 29, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 188-0507
Manufacturer: Cessna
Model: A188
Year: 1969
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Cont Motor Io 520 Series
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

CEN12CA280May 8, 2012Sterling, ILNo injuries
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's runway selection based on the wind conditions.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1969 Cessna A188).

May 4, 2019deregistered — Sale Reported

Frequently asked

Has N3557Q been in an accident?: Yes. N3557Q appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2012.
What kind of aircraft is N3557Q?: N3557Q is a 1969 Cessna A188 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 188-0507.

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