Has N851LT been in an accident?

Yes. N851LT appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2011.

What kind of aircraft is N851LT?

N851LT is a 1974 Trusty THORP T-18 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 851.

Has N851LT been in a fatal accident?

An NTSB record for N851LT (WPR11FA268) is classified with a fatal highest injury level.

N851LT — 1974 Trusty THORP T-18

Deregistered

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

N851LT appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2011, 1 fatality). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 15, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 851
Manufacturer: Trusty
Model: THORP T-18
Year: 1974
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Lycoming I0360 Ser A&c
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

WPR11FA268Jun 20, 2011Tehachapi, CAFatal · 1 fatal
The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from mountainous terrain during cruise flight, which resulted from his impairment or incapacitation due to multiple medical conditions and sedating medication.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1974 Trusty THORP T-18).

Dec 22, 2014deregistered — Trlica Lee G

Frequently asked

Has N851LT been in an accident?: Yes. N851LT appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2011.
What kind of aircraft is N851LT?: N851LT is a 1974 Trusty THORP T-18 (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 851.
Has N851LT been in a fatal accident?: An NTSB record for N851LT (WPR11FA268) is classified with a fatal highest injury level.

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