Has N621EW been in an accident?

Yes. N621EW appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2023.

What kind of aircraft is N621EW?

N621EW is a 1972 Cessna 172L (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17260545.

N621EW — 1972 Cessna 172L

Deregistered

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 16, 2026

N621EW appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2023, minor injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 16, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 17260545
Manufacturer: Cessna
Model: 172L
Year: 1972
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Lycoming 0-320 Series
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

CEN23LA097Jan 29, 2023Cleveland, TXMinor
The pilot’s decision to attempt the night flight under visual flight rules when instrument meteorological conditions prevailed resulting in the airplane striking trees while on final approach. Contributing to the accident were the unserviceable runway lights at the destination airport.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1972 Cessna 172L).

Aug 7, 2023deregistered — Registration Pending

Frequently asked

Has N621EW been in an accident?: Yes. N621EW appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2023.
What kind of aircraft is N621EW?: N621EW is a 1972 Cessna 172L (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17260545.

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