N996QC — Grumman G164C

Aircraft record

Serial number

19C

Manufacturer

Grumman

Model

G164C

Category

Fixed wing single-engine

Engine

P&w Pt6a Ser

Registration

Active

Registered to

Hds Inc — Beech Grove, AR

View the FAA registry record for N996QC →

Accident & incident history

1. CEN12FA312BMay 23, 2012Sedgwick, ARFatal · 1 fatal

   The inability of both pilots to see and avoid the other airplane, which resulted in a midair collision. Contributing to the accident was the distraction of the Air Tractor pilot by a cellular telephone conversation during the flight.

2. CHI08CA201Jul 21, 2008Esmond, NDMinor

   The pilot's delay in advancing the throttle during the takeoff which resulted in inadequate airspeed and the subsequent stall/mush. Factors associated with the accident were the leaking hopper, the pilot continuing to operate the airplane with the known deficiency, and the pilot's delay in dumping the chemical load.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the Grumman G164C).

1. Aug 19, 2025registered — Hds Inc

Frequently asked

Has N996QC been in an accident?

Yes. N996QC appears in 2 NTSB accident records, the most recent in 2012.

What kind of aircraft is N996QC?

N996QC is a Grumman G164C (fixed wing single-engine), serial number 19C.

Who is N996QC registered to?

N996QC is registered to Hds Inc of Beech Grove, AR. Registration status: active.

Has N996QC been in a fatal accident?

An NTSB record for N996QC (CEN12FA312B) is classified with a fatal highest injury level.