Has N781FM been in an accident?

Yes. N781FM appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2025.

What kind of aircraft is N781FM?

N781FM is a 1980 Cessna 172P (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17274448.

Who is N781FM registered to?

N781FM is registered to Fmfa Inc of Wilmington, DE. Registration status: active.

N781FM — 1980 Cessna 172P

Active registration

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 18, 2026

N781FM appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2025, minor injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 18, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 17274448
Manufacturer: Cessna
Model: 172P
Year: 1980
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Lycoming 0-320 Series
Registration: Active
Registered to: Fmfa Inc — Wilmington, DE

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Accident & incident history

ERA25LA127Feb 22, 2025Mayo, MDMinor
A total loss of engine power at low altitude due to an accumulation of carburetor ice while in a cruise-power descent, which resulted in a forced landing.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1980 Cessna 172P).

Aug 24, 2018registered — Fmfa Inc

Frequently asked

Has N781FM been in an accident?: Yes. N781FM appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2025.
What kind of aircraft is N781FM?: N781FM is a 1980 Cessna 172P (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17274448.
Who is N781FM registered to?: N781FM is registered to Fmfa Inc of Wilmington, DE. Registration status: active.

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