Has N9172U been in an accident?

Yes. N9172U appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2013.

What kind of aircraft is N9172U?

N9172U is a 1976 Cessna 150M (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 15078123.

Has N9172U been in a fatal accident?

An NTSB record for N9172U (CEN13LA179) is classified with a fatal highest injury level.

N9172U — 1976 Cessna 150M

Deregistered

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

N9172U appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2013, 1 fatality). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 18, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 15078123
Manufacturer: Cessna
Model: 150M
Year: 1976
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Cont Motor 0-200 Series
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

CEN13LA179Feb 27, 2013Deming, NMFatal · 1 fatal
The pilot's physical incapacitation, including loss of vision, which led to a loss of control and the subsequent in-flight breakup of the airplane.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1976 Cessna 150M).

Jan 10, 2018deregistered — Link Carl D

Frequently asked

Has N9172U been in an accident?: Yes. N9172U appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2013.
What kind of aircraft is N9172U?: N9172U is a 1976 Cessna 150M (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 15078123.
Has N9172U been in a fatal accident?: An NTSB record for N9172U (CEN13LA179) is classified with a fatal highest injury level.

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