Has N949AF been in an accident?

Yes. N949AF appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2020.

What kind of aircraft is N949AF?

N949AF is a 1998 Cessna 172R (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17280449.

N949AF — 1998 Cessna 172R

Deregistered

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

N949AF appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2020, minor injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 15, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 17280449
Manufacturer: Cessna
Model: 172R
Year: 1998
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Lycoming I0360 Ser
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

ANC21LA010Dec 31, 2020Hope, AKMinor
The pilot’s selection of unsuitable terrain for landing. A factor was the certified flight instructor’s selection of unsuitable terrain for landing.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1998 Cessna 172R).

Jul 30, 2022deregistered — Elmendorf Air Force Base Aero Club

Frequently asked

Has N949AF been in an accident?: Yes. N949AF appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2020.
What kind of aircraft is N949AF?: N949AF is a 1998 Cessna 172R (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 17280449.

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