Has N7085G been in an accident?

Yes. N7085G appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2024.

What kind of aircraft is N7085G?

N7085G is a 1969 Cessna 172K (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17258785.

N7085G — 1969 Cessna 172K

Active registration

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 22, 2026

N7085G appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2024, no injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 22, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 17258785
Manufacturer: Cessna
Model: 172K
Year: 1969
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Lycoming 0-320 Series
Registration: Active

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Accident & incident history

ERA25LA087Dec 19, 2024Southport, NCNo injuries
The pilot’s loss of aircraft control due to spatial disorientation, and the flight instructor’s inadequate supervision, which resulted in the subsequent overstress of the airplane during recovery.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1969 Cessna 172K).

Jan 30, 2023registered

Frequently asked

Has N7085G been in an accident?: Yes. N7085G appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2024.
What kind of aircraft is N7085G?: N7085G is a 1969 Cessna 172K (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17258785.

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