Has N7490G been in an accident?

Yes. N7490G appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2008.

What kind of aircraft is N7490G?

N7490G is a 1970 Cessna 172K (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17259190.

Has N7490G been in a fatal accident?

An NTSB record for N7490G (CHI08LA101) is classified with a fatal highest injury level.

N7490G — 1970 Cessna 172K

Deregistered

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

N7490G appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2008, 2 fatalities). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Aug 29, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 17259190
Manufacturer: Cessna
Model: 172K
Year: 1970
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Lycoming 0-320 Series
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

CHI08LA101Apr 11, 2008Roseglen, NDFatal · 2 fatal
The pilot failed to maintain obstacle clearance from the TV antenna during a low altitude maneuver. Contributing factors were the antenna, the night conditions, and pilot impairment due to alcohol.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1970 Cessna 172K).

Jul 9, 2012deregistered — Registration Pending

Frequently asked

Has N7490G been in an accident?: Yes. N7490G appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2008.
What kind of aircraft is N7490G?: N7490G is a 1970 Cessna 172K (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17259190.
Has N7490G been in a fatal accident?: An NTSB record for N7490G (CHI08LA101) is classified with a fatal highest injury level.

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