Has N4VN been in an accident?

Yes. N4VN appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2014.

What kind of aircraft is N4VN?

N4VN is a 1969 Cessna 172K (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17258242.

N4VN — 1969 Cessna 172K

Deregistered

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

N4VN appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2014, no injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 18, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 17258242
Manufacturer: Cessna
Model: 172K
Year: 1969
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Lycoming 0-320 Series
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

CEN14LA134Jan 26, 2014Milan, ILNo injuries
The pilot’s delayed use of carburetor heat while operating the airplane in atmospheric conditions conducive to carburetor icing, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to carburetor icing during a short final approach.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1969 Cessna 172K).

Dec 22, 2014deregistered — Goldenbuch Import Export Co

Frequently asked

Has N4VN been in an accident?: Yes. N4VN appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2014.
What kind of aircraft is N4VN?: N4VN is a 1969 Cessna 172K (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17258242.

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