Has N8889X been in an accident?

Yes. N8889X appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2017.

What kind of aircraft is N8889X?

N8889X is a 1961 Cessna 182D (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 18253289.

N8889X — 1961 Cessna 182D

Deregistered

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 18, 2026

N8889X appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2017, minor injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 18, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 18253289
Manufacturer: Cessna
Model: 182D
Year: 1961
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Cont Motor O-470 Series
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

GAA17CA215Apr 3, 2017Blue Earth, MNMinor
The pilot's decision to continue the night, visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in controlled flight into terrain while on final approach. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's improper use of an electronic flight bag.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1961 Cessna 182D).

Sep 13, 2018deregistered — Sale Reported

Frequently asked

Has N8889X been in an accident?: Yes. N8889X appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2017.
What kind of aircraft is N8889X?: N8889X is a 1961 Cessna 182D (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 18253289.

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