Has N8370X been in an accident?

Yes. N8370X appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2015.

What kind of aircraft is N8370X?

N8370X is a 1961 Cessna 172C (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17248870.

N8370X — 1961 Cessna 172C

Deregistered

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

N8370X appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2015, serious injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 15, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 17248870
Manufacturer: Cessna
Model: 172C
Year: 1961
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Cont Motor 0-300 Ser
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

ERA15LA301Aug 9, 2015Kissimmee, FLSerious
The student pilot's inadequate preflight inspection of the fuel system, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel contamination.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1961 Cessna 172C).

May 3, 2018deregistered — Canepa Jorge E

Frequently asked

Has N8370X been in an accident?: Yes. N8370X appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2015.
What kind of aircraft is N8370X?: N8370X is a 1961 Cessna 172C (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17248870.

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