Has N8255D been in an accident?

Yes. N8255D appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2013.

What kind of aircraft is N8255D?

N8255D is a 1957 Beech J35 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number D-5356.

Has N8255D been in a fatal accident?

An NTSB record for N8255D (WPR13FA288) is classified with a fatal highest injury level.

N8255D — 1957 Beech J35

Deregistered

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 23, 2026

N8255D appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2013, 1 fatality). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 23, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: D-5356
Manufacturer: Beech
Model: J35
Year: 1957
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Cont Motor I0-470 Series
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

WPR13FA288Jun 24, 2013Helena, MTFatal · 1 fatal
The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall/spin and subsequent impact with terrain.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1957 Beech J35).

Sep 4, 2013deregistered — Vetter Brent E

Frequently asked

Has N8255D been in an accident?: Yes. N8255D appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2013.
What kind of aircraft is N8255D?: N8255D is a 1957 Beech J35 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number D-5356.
Has N8255D been in a fatal accident?: An NTSB record for N8255D (WPR13FA288) is classified with a fatal highest injury level.

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