Has N6179U been in an accident?

Yes. N6179U appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2020.

What kind of aircraft is N6179U?

N6179U is a 1964 Piper PA-28-160 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 28-115.

N6179U — 1964 Piper PA-28-160

Deregistered

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

N6179U appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2020, minor injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 18, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 28-115
Manufacturer: Piper
Model: PA-28-160
Year: 1964
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Lycoming 0-320 Series
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

ERA21LA006Oct 4, 2020Fulton, NYMinor
The mechanic’s improper maintenance, which resulted in the crankshaft expansion plug dislodging in flight and a subsequent forced landing.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1964 Piper PA-28-160).

Apr 5, 2023deregistered — Knaust Kurt & Sally

Frequently asked

Has N6179U been in an accident?: Yes. N6179U appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2020.
What kind of aircraft is N6179U?: N6179U is a 1964 Piper PA-28-160 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 28-115.

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