Has N8261A been in an accident?

Yes. N8261A appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2011.

What kind of aircraft is N8261A?

N8261A is a 1952 Cessna 170B (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 25113.

N8261A — 1952 Cessna 170B

Deregistered

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 16, 2026

N8261A appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2011, minor injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 16, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 25113
Manufacturer: Cessna
Model: 170B
Year: 1952
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Cont Motor C145 Series
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

WPR12CA011Oct 14, 2011Ramona, CAMinor
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1952 Cessna 170B).

Jun 1, 2018deregistered — Sale Reported

Frequently asked

Has N8261A been in an accident?: Yes. N8261A appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2011.
What kind of aircraft is N8261A?: N8261A is a 1952 Cessna 170B (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 25113.

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