Has N79509 been in an accident?

Yes. N79509 appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2012.

What kind of aircraft is N79509?

N79509 is a 1969 Cessna 172K (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17258140.

N79509 — 1969 Cessna 172K

Deregistered

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 15, 2026

N79509 appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2012, no injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 15, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 17258140
Manufacturer: Cessna
Model: 172K
Year: 1969
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Lycoming 0-320 Series
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

ERA12LA234Mar 16, 2012Pensacola, FLNo injuries
A total loss of engine power due to the improper installation of the crankshaft gear bolt or lockplate by maintenance personnel. Contributing to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1969 Cessna 172K).

May 31, 2012deregistered — Skywarrior Inc

Frequently asked

Has N79509 been in an accident?: Yes. N79509 appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2012.
What kind of aircraft is N79509?: N79509 is a 1969 Cessna 172K (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17258140.

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