Has N80257 been in an accident?

Yes. N80257 appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2013.

What kind of aircraft is N80257?

N80257 is a 1975 Cessna 172M (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17266482.

N80257 — 1975 Cessna 172M

Deregistered

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

N80257 appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2013, minor injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 15, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 17266482
Manufacturer: Cessna
Model: 172M
Year: 1975
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Lycoming 0-320 Series
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

WPR14LA023Oct 21, 2013Hardin, MTMinor
A rough-running engine and partial loss of power, which resulted from the pilot’s failure to use carburetor heat appropriately while operating in an area conducive to carburetor icing.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1975 Cessna 172M).

May 11, 2015deregistered — Sale Reported

Frequently asked

Has N80257 been in an accident?: Yes. N80257 appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2013.
What kind of aircraft is N80257?: N80257 is a 1975 Cessna 172M (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17266482.

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