Has N52492 been in an accident?

Yes. N52492 appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2017.

What kind of aircraft is N52492?

N52492 is a 1980 Cessna 172P (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17274540.

N52492 — 1980 Cessna 172P

Deregistered

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

N52492 appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2017, serious injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 18, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 17274540
Manufacturer: Cessna
Model: 172P
Year: 1980
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Lycoming 0-320 Series
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

WPR18LA034Nov 19, 2017San Jose, CASerious
The pilot's delayed decision to execute an emergency landing and his attempt to return to the airport following a partial loss of power due to wear on internal engine components, which prevented the engine from developing full-rated power during the airplane's initial climb.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1980 Cessna 172P).

May 6, 2019deregistered — Mcclelland Aviation Inc

Frequently asked

Has N52492 been in an accident?: Yes. N52492 appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2017.
What kind of aircraft is N52492?: N52492 is a 1980 Cessna 172P (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17274540.

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