Has N72343 been in an accident?

Yes. N72343 appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2013.

What kind of aircraft is N72343?

N72343 is a 1946 Cessna 140 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 9527.

N72343 — 1946 Cessna 140

Deregistered

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Aug 29, 2026

N72343 appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2013, minor injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Aug 29, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 9527
Manufacturer: Cessna
Model: 140
Year: 1946
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Cont Motor C85 Series
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

CEN13CA399Jul 2, 2013Vernon, TXMinor
The pilot’s excessive use of wheel brakes during the takeoff roll, which resulted in a nose-over.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1946 Cessna 140).

Jan 8, 2018deregistered — Aydelott Donald R

Frequently asked

Has N72343 been in an accident?: Yes. N72343 appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2013.
What kind of aircraft is N72343?: N72343 is a 1946 Cessna 140 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 9527.

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