Has N5703A been in an accident?

Yes. N5703A appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2017.

What kind of aircraft is N5703A?

N5703A is a 1956 Cessna 172 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 28303.

N5703A — 1956 Cessna 172

Deregistered

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

N5703A 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: 28303
Manufacturer: Cessna
Model: 172
Year: 1956
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Cont Motor 0-300 Ser
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

GAA17CA526Sep 10, 2017Coolin, IDSerious
The pilot's decision to take off in high-density altitude and gusting quartering tailwind conditions, which resulted in a loss of lift and an inability to gain altitude during the initial climb.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1956 Cessna 172).

May 1, 2020deregistered — Hohner Jack B

Frequently asked

Has N5703A been in an accident?: Yes. N5703A appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2017.
What kind of aircraft is N5703A?: N5703A is a 1956 Cessna 172 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 28303.

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