Has N8979X been in an accident?

Yes. N8979X appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2008.

What kind of aircraft is N8979X?

N8979X is a 1961 Cessna 182D (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 18253379.

N8979X — 1961 Cessna 182D

Deregistered

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

N8979X appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2008, serious injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 16, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 18253379
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

DFW08LA226Sep 5, 2008Orange Grove, TXSerious
A total loss of engine power due to an improperly installed intake manifold tube.

Registration timeline

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

Apr 1, 2010deregistered — Sky S The Limit Parachute Center

Frequently asked

Has N8979X been in an accident?: Yes. N8979X appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2008.
What kind of aircraft is N8979X?: N8979X is a 1961 Cessna 182D (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 18253379.

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