N540RT — Cessna 180
Active registrationChecked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 18, 2026
N540RT appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2009, no injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 18, 2026.
Aircraft record
- Serial number
- 52-118
- Manufacturer
- Cessna
- Model
- 180
- Category
- Fixed wing single-engine
- Registration
- Active
- Registered to
- Morgan Stanley L — Nome, AK
Accident & incident history
The improper installation of the right brake cylinder, which allowed a portion of the cylinder to disengage and jam the right rudder/brake pedal, resulting in a loss of directional control during landing. Contributing to the accident was an inadequate inspection of the brake system by maintenance personnel.
Registration timeline
Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the Cessna 180).
- Dec 16, 2014registered — Morgan Stanley L
Frequently asked
- Has N540RT been in an accident?
- Yes. N540RT appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2009.
- What kind of aircraft is N540RT?
- N540RT is a Cessna 180 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 52-118.
- Who is N540RT registered to?
- N540RT is registered to Morgan Stanley L of Nome, AK. Registration status: active.
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