Has N736LZ been in an accident?

Yes. N736LZ appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2016.

What kind of aircraft is N736LZ?

N736LZ is a 1977 Cessna R172K (fixed wing single-engine), serial number R1722624.

N736LZ — 1977 Cessna R172K

Deregistered

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

N736LZ appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2016, no injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Aug 29, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: R1722624
Manufacturer: Cessna
Model: R172K
Year: 1977
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Cont Motor Io-360 Ser
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

WPR17CA001Oct 2, 2016Rosamond, CANo injuries
The pilot's improper use of the control lock, combined with his incomplete execution of two pre-departure procedures, which resulted in a takeoff with the control lock installed.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1977 Cessna R172K).

Feb 28, 2020deregistered — Rice Joseph E Trustee (registered via trustee)

Frequently asked

Has N736LZ been in an accident?: Yes. N736LZ appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2016.
What kind of aircraft is N736LZ?: N736LZ is a 1977 Cessna R172K (fixed wing single-engine), serial number R1722624.

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