Has N48761 been in an accident?

Yes. N48761 appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2009.

What kind of aircraft is N48761?

N48761 is a 1979 Cessna 152 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 15283368.

N48761 — 1979 Cessna 152

Deregistered

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 18, 2026

N48761 appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2009, minor injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 18, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 15283368
Manufacturer: Cessna
Model: 152
Year: 1979
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Lycoming 0-235 Series
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

WPR09LA117Feb 18, 2009Turlock, CAMinor
The loss of engine power due to carburetor icing resulting from the pilot's failure to apply carburetor heat. Contributing to the accident was the instructor's inadequate supervision of the flight.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1979 Cessna 152).

May 20, 2015deregistered — Spring Aviation

Frequently asked

Has N48761 been in an accident?: Yes. N48761 appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2009.
What kind of aircraft is N48761?: N48761 is a 1979 Cessna 152 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 15283368.

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