Has N72842 been in an accident?

Yes. N72842 appears in 2 NTSB accident records, the most recent in 2019.

What kind of aircraft is N72842?

N72842 is a Cessna 140 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 10029.

N72842 — Cessna 140

Deregistered

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Sep 11, 2026

N72842 appears in 2 NTSB accident records (most recent 2019, no injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Sep 11, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 10029
Manufacturer: Cessna
Model: 140
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

GAA19CA530Sep 1, 2019Chickaloon, AKNo injuries
The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing and the pilot's improper pitch control during the landing roll which resulted in a nose over.
ANC14CA047Jun 25, 2014Cantwell, AKNo injuries
The pilot's encounter with a wind gust during takeoff from a short gravel bar, which resulted in the airplane settling after rotation and striking obstacles.

Registration timeline

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

Feb 20, 1956deregistered — Frazier James A

Frequently asked

Has N72842 been in an accident?: Yes. N72842 appears in 2 NTSB accident records, the most recent in 2019.
What kind of aircraft is N72842?: N72842 is a Cessna 140 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 10029.

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