Has N797SB been in an accident?

Yes. N797SB appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2009.

What kind of aircraft is N797SB?

N797SB is a 1956 Beech E18S (fixed wing multi-engine), serial number BA-172.

N797SB — 1956 Beech E18S

Deregistered

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

N797SB appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2009, no injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 18, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: BA-172
Manufacturer: Beech
Model: E18S
Year: 1956
Category: Fixed wing multi-engine
Engine: P&w R-985 Series
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

CEN10TA006Oct 3, 2009Jones Creek, TXNo injuries
The pilot's failure to see and avoid the radio tower.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1956 Beech E18S).

Aug 31, 2016deregistered — Brazoria County

Frequently asked

Has N797SB been in an accident?: Yes. N797SB appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2009.
What kind of aircraft is N797SB?: N797SB is a 1956 Beech E18S (fixed wing multi-engine), serial number BA-172.

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