Has N47480 been in an accident?

Yes. N47480 appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2015.

What kind of aircraft is N47480?

N47480 is a 1977 Piper PA-28-181 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 28-7890078.

N47480 — 1977 Piper PA-28-181

Deregistered

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

N47480 appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2015, minor injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Aug 29, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 28-7890078
Manufacturer: Piper
Model: PA-28-181
Year: 1977
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Lycoming O&vo-360 Ser
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

CEN16LA055Dec 6, 2015Pontiac, MIMinor
The pilot’s operation of the airplane below the glideslope and off course during a night, instrument approach, which resulted in a collision with trees and terrain.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1977 Piper PA-28-181).

Apr 12, 2018deregistered — Ixi Llc

Frequently asked

Has N47480 been in an accident?: Yes. N47480 appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2015.
What kind of aircraft is N47480?: N47480 is a 1977 Piper PA-28-181 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 28-7890078.

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