Has N9953A been in an accident?

Yes. N9953A appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2017.

What kind of aircraft is N9953A?

N9953A is a 1950 Cessna 170A (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 19313.

N9953A — 1950 Cessna 170A

Deregistered

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

N9953A 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 16, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 19313
Manufacturer: Cessna
Model: 170A
Year: 1950
Category: Fixed wing single-engine
Engine: Cont Motor C145 Series
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

GAA17CA204Mar 26, 2017Death Valley, CAMinor
The pilot’s improper compensation for crosswind conditions during the landing flare and his subsequent failure to maintain directional control during the landing.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1950 Cessna 170A).

Nov 4, 2019deregistered — Heineman Zachary Russell

Frequently asked

Has N9953A been in an accident?: Yes. N9953A appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2017.
What kind of aircraft is N9953A?: N9953A is a 1950 Cessna 170A (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 19313.

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