Has N78604 been in an accident?

Yes. N78604 appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2021.

What kind of aircraft is N78604?

N78604 is a 1968 Cessna 172K (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17257683.

N78604 — 1968 Cessna 172K

Deregistered

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

N78604 appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2021, no injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 18, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 17257683
Manufacturer: Cessna
Model: 172K
Year: 1968
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Lycoming 0-320 Series
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

ERA22LA006Oct 6, 2021Williston, FLNo injuries
The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from terrain on approach which resulted in controlled flight into trees. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor’s inadequate supervision of the approach path, the dark night conditions and the landing light being off.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1968 Cessna 172K).

Feb 17, 2024deregistered — Sale Reported

Frequently asked

Has N78604 been in an accident?: Yes. N78604 appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2021.
What kind of aircraft is N78604?: N78604 is a 1968 Cessna 172K (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17257683.

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