# Cessna 172K

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 2072430
- Manufacturer (registry): CESSNA
- Model: 172K
- Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine
- Category: Airplane
- Engines: 1 · 4 cycle
- Seats: 4
- Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb
- Cruise speed: 105 mph
- Certification: Type certificated
- Data sheet: [TCDS 3A12](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/3A12) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Textron Aviation Inc.
- Registered aircraft: 1,026
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-172k

Model codes come from the FAA registry's reference file. ADs are matched to them by model name and maker.

## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs)

Matched to this model by model name and maker. Each AD's applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or equipment.

- [AD 2024-14-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2024-14-03): Autopilot System · Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot (STC SA01866WI). Effective Aug 20, 2024
- [AD 2023-10-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-10-02): Indicating/Recording System, Navigation · Boeing 18, 23, 35 and 1,060 more. Effective May 26, 2023
- [AD 2022-03-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-03-15): Fuel Quantity Indicator · Garmin G3X Touch Electronic Flight Instrument System (STC SA01899WI). Effective Mar 21, 2022
- [AD 2011-10-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-10-09): Seat Rails and Roller Housing Inspections · Cessna 150A, 150B, 150C and 221 more. Effective Jun 17, 2011
- [AD 2011-06-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-06-02): Engine · TAE 125-01 Engine Installation (Technify Motors STC SA01303WI). Effective May 26, 2011
- [AD 2008-26-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-26-10): Alternate static air source selector valve · Cessna 172, 172A, 172B and 179 more. Effective Jan 5, 2009
- [AD 2008-02-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-02-18): Pick-up collar support and nylon screws · BRS-172 parachute recovery system (Ballistic Recovery Systems STC SA01679CH or SA01999CH). Effective Feb 28, 2008
- [AD 2006-03-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-03-08): Vacuum pumps · Aero Advantage 14-19, 14-19-2, 14-19-3 and 299 more. Effective Mar 10, 2006
- [AD 2005-01-19](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-01-19): Mode S transponders · GARMIN International GTX 330D, GTX 330, GTX 33D and 830 more. Effective Feb 23, 2005
- [AD 2004-19-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-19-01): Upper shoulder harness adjusters · Cessna F150G, F150H, F150J and 129 more. Effective Nov 1, 2004
- [AD 2000-06-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-06-01): Fuel Strainer Assembly · Cessna 150F, 150G, 150H and 163 more. Effective May 5, 2000
- [AD 98-21-21 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-21-21-R1): Electric Inflatable Door Seals · Cessna 17-30, 17-30A, 17-31 and 267 more. Effective May 1, 2000
- [AD 99-27-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-27-02): Fuel Selector Valves · Cessna 170B, 172, 172A and 36 more. Effective Jan 21, 2000
- [AD 98-25-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-25-02): Top-mounted Antenna · Bell Helicopter Textron Canada 407, 172, 172A and 243 more. Effective Dec 22, 1998
- [AD 98-14-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-14-03): Transponders · Cessna 172, 172A, 172B and 230 more. Effective Aug 16, 1998
- [AD 97-01-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-01-13): Fuel, Oil and Hydraulic Hoses · Cessna 150, 150A, 150B and 232 more. Effective Feb 3, 1997
- [AD 96-12-22](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-12-22): Full Flow Engine Oil Adapter · Bellanca CH-300 Pacemaker, 120, 140 and 361 more. Effective Jul 31, 1996
- [AD 96-09-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-09-06): Air Filter Assemblies · Maule Aerospace Technology 7ACA, 7ECA, 7FC and 180 more. Effective Jun 7, 1996
- [AD 93-24-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-24-15): Instrument Panel Light Rheostat · Cessna F150F, F150G, F150H and 26 more. Effective Feb 11, 1994
- [AD 90-06-03 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/90-06-03-R1): Exhaust Heater/Muffler Assembly · Cessna 172, 172A, 172B and 16 more. Effective Mar 27, 1991
- [AD 79-10-14 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-10-14-R1): Fuel Tank Venting · Cessna 140A, 150, 150A and 172 more. Effective May 30, 1988
- [AD 86-24-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/86-24-07): Engine Controls Installation · Cessna 150C, 150D, 150E and 142 more. Effective Jan 7, 1987
- [AD 72-03-03 R3](https://openairdocs.org/ad/72-03-03-R3): Wing Flap Actuators Jack Screw · Cessna F150F, F150G, F150H and 83 more. Effective Oct 15, 1984
- [AD 83-17-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/83-17-06): Aileron Balance Weights · Flap actuated aileron droop system (Sierra Industries STC SA1382WE or 5 others). Effective Sep 1, 1983
- [AD 82-07-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/82-07-02): Engine Crankcase Breather · Lycoming O-360-A1A engine and Hartzell HC-C2YK-1B/7666A-2… (Avcon Industries STC SA1324CE or 14 others). Effective Apr 8, 1982
- [AD 80-25-07 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-25-07-R1): Oil Coolers · American Champion 7ECA, 7GCAA, 7GCBC and 39 more. Effective Sep 24, 1981
- [AD 81-15-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-15-03): Engine Inlet Air Filters · Replace existing engine induction air filter (Brackett Aero Filters STC SA693CE or SA71GL). Effective Jul 20, 1981
- [AD 79-08-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-08-03): Electrical System · Cessna 120, 140, 140A and 152 more. Effective Jun 6, 1979
- [AD 77-02-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/77-02-09): Wing Flap System · Cessna 150, 150A, 150B and 61 more. Effective Feb 3, 1977
- [AD 74-06-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-06-02): AVCON Mufflers · Lycoming 150 and160 hp Model O-320-( ) engine (Williams Robert or Barbara STC SA750CE or 3 others). Effective Mar 18, 1974
- [AD 74-04-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-04-01): Aft Fuselage Bulkhead Assembly · Cessna 172, 172A, 172B and 16 more. Effective Feb 12, 1974
- [AD 73-23-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/73-23-07): Defective Spar Attachment Fittings · Cessna 150, 150A, 150B and 68 more. Effective Nov 19, 1973
- [AD 73-17-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/73-17-01): Fuel Transfer Pump Placard · Cessna 170, 170A, 170B and 53 more. Effective Aug 16, 1973
- [AD 72-07-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/72-07-02): Selector Value Placard · Cessna 172, 172A, 172B and 8 more. Effective Mar 25, 1972
- [AD 71-22-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/71-22-02): Cracks In Nose Gear Fork · Cessna 150, 150A, 150B and 52 more. Effective Nov 9, 1971
- [AD 71-18-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/71-18-01): Fuel Selector Valve Placard · Cessna 172, 172A, 172B and 16 more. Effective Aug 31, 1971
- [AD 69-15-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/69-15-03): Muffler Assembly · Lycoming O-320-A1A, A1B, A3A, A3B or Lycoming O-320-B1A, B1B… (D'Shannon Products STC SA135CE or 8 others). Effective Aug 20, 1969
- [AD 68-17-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/68-17-04): Stall Warning System · Cessna 150, 150A, 150B and 63 more. Effective Sep 7, 1968
- [AD 70-10-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/70-10-06): Oil Pressure Instrument Line · Cessna 172I and 172K

Historical (superseded or no longer in force):

- [AD 87-20-03 R2](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-20-03-R2) (historical): Seat Tracks · Cessna 150A, 150B, 150C and 212 more. Effective Sep 24, 1990
- [AD 86-26-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/86-26-04) (historical): Shoulder Harness Adjuster · Cessna Aircraft Company, The 120, 140, 140A and 134 more. Effective Jan 6, 1987

## Information bulletins (advisory) (12)

- [SAIB AIR-21-16](https://openairdocs.org/saib/AIR-21-16): FLIGHT COMPARTMENT EQUIPMENT, Cessna Seat Back Attachment Bolt Inspection. Issued Aug 26, 2021
- [SAIB SW-18-31](https://openairdocs.org/saib/SW-18-31): NAVIGATION, ATTITUDE, AND DIRECTION DATA SYSTEM. Issued Nov 21, 2018
- [SAIB CE-18-23](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-18-23): Passenger Compartment Equipment - Installation of F. Atlee Dodge Aircraft Services LLC. Folding Jump Seats. Issued Jul 19, 2018
- [SAIB CE-17-25](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-17-25): ELEVATOR TORQUE TUBE  Inspections for cracks and corrosion in elevator torque tubes. Issued Aug 25, 2017
- [SAIB CE-12-14](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-12-14): Three Alternative Methods of Compliance for AD 2011-10-09. Issued Jan 25, 2012
- [SAIB CE-10-40R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-10-40R1): Aircraft Fuel System; water contamination of fuel tank systems on Cessna single engine airplanes. Issued Jul 30, 2010
- [SAIB CE-10-40](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-10-40) (historical): Aircraft Fuel System; water contamination of fuel tank systems on Cessna single engine airplanes. Issued Jul 27, 2010
- [SAIB CE-09-42](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-09-42): Lights - Landing Light, Beacon Light and Taxi Light Switch Applications. Issued Jul 24, 2009
- [SAIB CE-09-10](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-09-10): Availability of Secondary Seat Stops for Pilot and Copilot Seats. Issued Feb 5, 2009
- [SAIB CE-09-01](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-09-01): Equipment - Emergency. Issued Oct 21, 2008
- [SAIB CE-01-41R2](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-01-41R2): Flight Controls. Issued Oct 1, 2007
- [SAIB CE-01-41R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-01-41R1) (historical): Cracks in plastic or non-metallic control wheels. Issued Jan 10, 2007

## Registered aircraft (1,026, first 50)

- [N102LA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N102LA): [Iowa Lakes Community College](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/IOWA%20LAKES%20COMMUNITY%20COLLEGE), [Estherville, IA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IA/Estherville), S/N 17259038
- [N111TK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N111TK): [Mclendon Thomas A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MCLENDON%20THOMAS%20A), [Crockett, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Crockett), built 1968, S/N 17257828
- [N1170M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1170M): [Bryson William H III](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BRYSON%20WILLIAM%20H%20III), [Cook, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Cook), built 1969, S/N 17258670
- [N1172M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1172M): [Todd Kevin E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TODD%20KEVIN%20E), [Bismarck, ND](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ND/Bismarck), built 1969, S/N 17258672
- [N1173M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1173M): [Flathead Lake Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FLATHEAD%20LAKE%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Polson, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Polson), built 1969, S/N 17258673
- [N1174M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1174M): [Whitted Danny E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WHITTED%20DANNY%20E), [Candler, NC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NC/Candler), built 1969, S/N 17258674
- [N1178M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1178M): [Lehman David G](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LEHMAN%20DAVID%20G), [Kent, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Kent), built 1969, S/N 17258678
- [N1179M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1179M): [Bartholomew Thomas C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BARTHOLOMEW%20THOMAS%20C), [Stanwood, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Stanwood), built 1969, S/N 17258679
- [N1180M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1180M): [Flying Weaners Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FLYING%20WEANERS%20INC), [Jacksonville, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Jacksonville), built 1969, S/N 17258680
- [N1181M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1181M): [Chin David](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CHIN%20DAVID), [San Jose, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/San%20Jose), built 1969, S/N 17258681
- [N1182M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1182M): [Hilton David T](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HILTON%20DAVID%20T), [Brooksville, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Brooksville), built 1969, S/N 17258682
- [N1185M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1185M): [Owen Steve](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/OWEN%20STEVE), [White City, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/White%20City), built 1969, S/N 17258685
- [N1187M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1187M): [Morgan Donald F](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MORGAN%20DONALD%20F), [Reno, NV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NV/Reno), built 1970, S/N 17258687
- [N1188M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1188M): [Trim Tab LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TRIM%20TAB%20LLC), [Fort Collins, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Fort%20Collins), built 1969, S/N 17258688
- [N1190M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1190M): [Dorr Daniel B](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DORR%20DANIEL%20B), [Locust Grove, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Locust%20Grove), built 1969, S/N 17258690
- [N1191M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1191M): [Moore John S](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MOORE%20JOHN%20S), [Tracy, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Tracy), built 1969, S/N 17258691
- [N1192M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1192M): [Garuda Aviation Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GARUDA%20AVIATION%20INC), [Miami, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Miami), built 1969, S/N 17258692
- [N1193M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1193M): [Eagle Sky Patrol Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/EAGLE%20SKY%20PATROL%20INC), [Deadwood, SD](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/SD/Deadwood), built 1969, S/N 17258693
- [N1194M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1194M): [Gadamic LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GADAMIC%20LLC), [Fresno, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Fresno), built 1969, S/N 17258694
- [N1198M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1198M): [Goeke Christine A Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GOEKE%20CHRISTINE%20A%20TRUSTEE), [Hartland, WI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WI/Hartland), built 1969, S/N 17258698
- [N121GB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N121GB): [Aviation Academy LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AVIATION%20ACADEMY%20LLC), [Wichita, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Wichita), built 1968, S/N 17257308
- [N1222L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1222L): [Boland Charles R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BOLAND%20CHARLES%20R), [Blairsville, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Blairsville), built 1969, S/N 17258385
- [N123FC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N123FC): [Curtis James](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CURTIS%20JAMES), [Abilene, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Abilene), built 1970, S/N 17259182
- [N124RC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N124RC): [Ec Aviation Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/EC%20AVIATION%20INC), [Stockbridge, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Stockbridge), built 1970, S/N 17258537
- [N126K](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N126K): [Wersinger Duncan](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WERSINGER%20DUNCAN), [Rochester, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Rochester), built 1968, S/N 17257392
- [N14BL](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N14BL): [Eagle Equity Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/EAGLE%20EQUITY%20INC), [Valparaiso, IN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IN/Valparaiso), built 1968, S/N 17257735
- [N15000](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N15000): [Central District Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CENTRAL%20DISTRICT%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Seattle, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Seattle), built 1969, S/N 17258075
- [N15GW](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N15GW): [Flight Brothers LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FLIGHT%20BROTHERS%20LLC), [Sachse, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Sachse), built 1969, S/N 17258161
- [N15NF](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N15NF): built 1969, S/N 17258204
- [N169AJ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N169AJ): [Nolan Davis Dds LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NOLAN%20DAVIS%20DDS%20LLC), [Juneau, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Juneau), built 1969, S/N 17257981
- [N16DB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N16DB): [Divan Richard W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DIVAN%20RICHARD%20W), [Wautoma, WI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WI/Wautoma), built 1969, S/N 17258618
- [N172AD](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N172AD): [Rust Michael David](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RUST%20MICHAEL%20DAVID), [Rush City, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Rush%20City), built 1969, S/N 17258365
- [N172BA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N172BA): [Carrolls Auto And Aircraft Sales LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CARROLLS%20AUTO%20AND%20AIRCRAFT%20SALES%20LLC), [Muncie, IN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IN/Muncie), S/N 17259091
- [N172BT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N172BT): [Broderick Edward P](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BRODERICK%20EDWARD%20P), [Halifax, MA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MA/Halifax), built 1970, S/N 17258936
- [N172CJ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N172CJ): [Alsworth Caleb J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ALSWORTH%20CALEB%20J), [Port Alsworth, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Port%20Alsworth), built 1968, S/N 17257173
- [N172ES](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N172ES): [Aero Quest LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AERO%20QUEST%20LLC), [Olive Branch, MS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MS/Olive%20Branch), built 1969, S/N 17258019
- [N172FM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N172FM): [Stern Jason C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/STERN%20JASON%20C), [Roscoe, IL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IL/Roscoe), built 1969, S/N 17258008
- [N172GC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N172GC): [Dairy Air Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DAIRY%20AIR%20INC), [Wyoming, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Wyoming), built 1968, S/N 17257234
- [N172HL](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N172HL): [Stankiewicz Adam](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/STANKIEWICZ%20ADAM), [Merrimack, NH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NH/Merrimack), built 1970, S/N 17259079
- [N172JG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N172JG): [Groendyke Jerry G](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GROENDYKE%20JERRY%20G), [Fort Pierce, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Fort%20Pierce), built 1969, S/N 17257987
- [N172JL](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N172JL): [Sutton Aircraft Salvage LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SUTTON%20AIRCRAFT%20SALVAGE%20LLC), [Palmer, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Palmer), S/N 17257724
- [N172KP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N172KP): [Bitzan Joseph D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BITZAN%20JOSEPH%20D), [Charlotte, NC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NC/Charlotte), built 1968, S/N 17257218
- [N172MF](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N172MF): [Rhody Skyhawk Flying Club LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RHODY%20SKYHAWK%20FLYING%20CLUB%20LLC), [Middletown, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Middletown), S/N 17258001
- [N172NS](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N172NS): [Wings Over Texas Holdings LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WINGS%20OVER%20TEXAS%20HOLDINGS%20LLC), [Denton, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Denton), built 1969, S/N 17257968
- [N172PF](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N172PF): [Millard Richard A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MILLARD%20RICHARD%20A), [Waverly, TN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TN/Waverly), built 1969, S/N 17258891
- [N172QW](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N172QW): [Riese Jennifer P](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RIESE%20JENNIFER%20P), [Auburn, AL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AL/Auburn), built 1969, S/N 17257999
- [N172SA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N172SA): [Halbauer Peter](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HALBAUER%20PETER), [Hartford, WI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WI/Hartford), built 1969, S/N 17258302
- [N172SN](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N172SN): [Bukowski Robert](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BUKOWSKI%20ROBERT), [Hot Springs, AR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AR/Hot%20Springs), built 1969, S/N 17258428
- [N172TD](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N172TD): [Soule Clauson D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SOULE%20CLAUSON%20D), [Cooperstown, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Cooperstown), built 1970, S/N 17258939
- [N172Z](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N172Z): [Moss Mark A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MOSS%20MARK%20A), [El Dorado, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/El%20Dorado), built 1969, S/N 17258726

All 1,026: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-172k/aircraft.md

## STCs approved for it (487, first 50)

- [STC SA00019WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00019WI): Installation of replacement stabilizer and elevator tips. Curry Aviation LLC
- [STC SA00024NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00024NY): Installation of Airwolf remote mounted engine oil filter kit AFC-K007 on single or multi-engine fixed wing light aircraft incorporating Lycoming reciprocating engines of 450 horsepower or less.. Airwolf Filter Corporation
- [STC SA00033WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00033WI): Installation of flap and aileron gap seaps.. Flight Enhancements
- [STC SA00037WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00037WI): Installation of B & C Specialty Products BC100-1 battery.. B & C Specialty Products Inc
- [STC SA00039LB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00039LB): Installation of an Ashtech AV-12 Global Positioning System and a Aero GPS Antenna.. Magellan
- [STC SA00061LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00061LA): Installation of JPI digital tachometer.. J P Instruments
- [STC SA00066SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00066SE): Fabrication of interchangeable float spreader bars.. Aerocet Inc
- [STC SA00068SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00068SE): Installation of fuel flow/pressure instruments. (W/TSIO-360-MB1). Electronics International Inc.
- [STC SA00081NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00081NY): Installation of Iceman Aviation Supplies, Inc. Carburetor Ice Detector.. Alcor LLC
- [STC SA00087NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00087NY): Installation of Cu-Sonde Meteorological Measurement/system models CS-1A or CS-1B; and installation of Cu-Sonde Model CS-1B-RF with AIRDAT-9600.. Aventech Research Inc
- [STC SA00103BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00103BO): Installation of Weemax cabin air vent.. Victor Morrel
- [STC SA00149BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00149BO): Installation of Aircraft Components, Inc. Volt and Vac Alert System, P/N 2044-1. Aircraft Components Inc
- [STC SA00161BO (1 OF 3)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00161BO%20(1%20OF%203)): Installation of Avidyne Corporation FlightMax 700-00007-( ) EX500 Multi-Function Display.. Avidyne Corporation
- [STC SA00162SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00162SE): Installation of telemetry antennas.. US Dept of Interior
- [STC SA00194BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00194BO): Installation of Aircraft Components, Inc. Landing Gear Warning System for Amphibian Aircraft, P/N 2042. Aircraft Components Inc
- [STC SA00194WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00194WI): Installation of replacement stabilizer and elevator tips. Horton STOL Craft
- [STC SA00211AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00211AT): Installation of carbon steel brake discs that have melonite surface treatment.. Aviation Products, Inc
- [STC SA00215NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00215NY): Installation of CAVU Model AM100 AVMIX engine fuel/air mixture setting system.. CAVU Products Limited
- [STC SA00238SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00238SE): Installation of Aviation Development Corporation's sump mounted chip detector. Aviation Development Corporation
- [STC SA00243BO (2 OF 5)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00243BO%20(2%20OF%205)): Installation of Centurion Consulting, Inc. GPS Steering Assist Module (SAM) with roll steering (p/n 0025-5100), or without roll steering (p/n 0025-5200).. Icarus Avionics, LLC
- [STC SA00261SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00261SE): Installation of Lycoming O-320-E2D engines modified by STC SE00252SE, O-320-D2G or O-320-D2J engine and McCauley 1C160/CTM 7557 or 1C160/DTM 7557 or 1A175/ETM (seaplane only) propeller. (Landplanes and Seaplanes). Ly-Con Rebuilding Company
- [STC SA00269BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00269BO): Installation of Avidyne Corporation TWX 670 Tactical Weather Detection System P/N 850-00026-000-( ) consisting of Avidyne Processor P/N 700-00033-000-( ), Sensor Systems Inc. Antenna P/N S72-1715-1 with doubler plate P/N S72-171530-1, and Avidyne Mounting Tray P/N 700-00034-000.. Avidyne Corporation
- [STC SA00270WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00270WI): Installation of fiberglass replacement wing tips.. Aircraft Development Co
- [STC SA00279LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00279LA): Installation of Ameri-King AK-950 Global Positioning System Navigation Switching/Annunciator Panel and Associated Equipment. Ameri-King Corporation
- [STC SA00281BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00281BO): Installation of Avidyne Corporation MLX770 MultiLink Broadcast Transceiver P/N 700-00163-( ), Sensor Systems Inc. Antenna P/N S67-1575-109, or equivalent, and optional Avidyne Mounting Tray P/N 700-00165-000. Avidyne Corporation
- [STC SA00290BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00290BO): Installation of Avidyne Corporation Part Number  700-00167-XXX Multi-Function Display and Mounting Tray Assembly Part Number 700-00168-XXX. Avidyne Corporation
- [STC SA00343BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00343BO): Installation of a single configuration or a dual configuration Avidyne Corporation Integrated Flight Display, Model IFD540 loaded with Release 10.0 software (or later FAA approved release). Avidyne Corporation
- [STC SA00344BO PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00344BO%20PAGE%201): Installation of Parmetheus Plus LED PAR36 and PAR46 taxi and landing lights.. Whelen Aerospace Technologies
- [STC SA00352BO PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00352BO%20PAGE%201): Installation of an Avidyne Corporation Mode A/C/S Transponder with ADS-B Out capability, Model AXP340 loaded with Version 3.13 software (or later FAA approved version),. Avidyne Corporation
- [STC SA00353BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00353BO): Installation of an auto lean system. Flight Enhancements LLC
- [STC SA00393SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00393SE): Installation of the G/S 2500 and G/S2500R Aircraft Security Alarm System.. Protective Technologies Int
- [STC SA00401BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00401BO): Installation of a SkyTrax100B UAT receiver. Avidyne Corporation
- [STC SA00402SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00402SE): Installation of a remote spin-on oil filter adapter. (GC-1B w/Lycoming or Cont 360 engine installed). Aviation Development Corporation
- [STC SA00406WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00406WI): Installation of replacement flap trailing edge bulbs with AOG Drawing. Athena Aircraft, LLC
- [STC SA00410BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00410BO): Installation of an AV-30-C Multi-Mode Indicator. uAvionix Corporation
- [STC SA00432SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00432SE): Installation of EGT 701 series fuel flow instrument.. J P Instruments
- [STC SA00433](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00433): Installation of Airwolf remote mounted engine oil filter Model AFC-500 or AFC-600 on multi engine fixed wing light aircraft incorporating Franklin reciprocating engines of 450 horsepower or less. (with Franklin engines). Airwolf Filter Corporation
- [STC SA00433NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00433NY): Installation of Airwolf remote mounted engine oil filter model AFC-500 or AFC-600 on multi engine fixed wing light aircraft incorporating Franklin reciprocating engines of 450 horsepower or less.. Airwolf Filter Corporation
- [STC SA00455SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00455SE): Modification of the carburetor heat box. Dynamic Propellers LLC
- [STC SA00459WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00459WI): Energy absorbing seat.. Impact Dynamics, Inc
- [STC SA00461SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00461SE): Install a Lycoming O-360 series engine and Hartzell, McCauley, or Sensenich propeller. Del-Air
- [STC SA00465NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00465NY): Installation of Meterological Measurement System, Model A1MMS-10, with optional installation of Telemetry Module, Model AIRDAT-9600.. Aventech Research Inc
- [STC SA00506WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00506WI): Installation of a pallet assembly that houses a special mission camera and computer in the baggage area. Guernsey Company The
- [STC SA00520WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00520WI): Installation of engine mount gussets.. Air Plains Services Corporation
- [STC SA00648SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00648SE): Fabrication of R.M.D. Aircraft Lighting, Inc., wing-tip and landing light Kit No. 00190-C.. Knots 2U Ltd.
- [STC SA00671NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00671NY): Installation of AIRDAT Telemetry module.. Aventech Research Inc
- [STC SA00674CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00674CH): Installation of Wipaire 2100 amphibian/seaplane floats.. Wipaire Inc
- [STC SA00678SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00678SE): Installation of J. P. Instruments 8Jimline EGT-100 series primary instruments. J P Instruments
- [STC SA00680SE (3 OF 6](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00680SE%20(3%20OF%206): Installation of Electronics International model UBG-16 or UBG-16T bar graph engine analyzer.. Electronics International
- [STC SA00709CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00709CH): Installation of replacement wing root vent described by Dwg Nos. 8-30-96-1& 8-30-96-2, no rev, both dtd 8/30/96, or later FAA app rev.. Flight Products, Inc

All 487: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-172k/stcs.md

## NTSB investigations (699, newest 50)

From the NTSB's public API. Aircraft are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model.

- [NTSB CEN26LA167](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN26LA167), Apr 17, 2026: Cessna 172 (N84794), Topeka, KS, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot’s failure to maintain situational awareness while taxiing which resulted in a collision with fence poles on either side of a gate which was not intended for airplanes.
- [NTSB CEN26LA094](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN26LA094), Jan 16, 2026: Cessna 172K (N79118), Amery, WI, substantial damage, investigation ongoing
- [NTSB ERA25LA361](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA25LA361), Sep 20, 2025: Cessna 172K (N78938), Salisbury, CT, substantial damage, investigation ongoing
- [NTSB WPR25FA182](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR25FA182), Jun 19, 2025: Cessna 172 (N79306), Billings, MT, substantial damage, 1 fatal, investigation ongoing
- [NTSB ERA25LA112](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA25LA112), Feb 9, 2025: Cessna 172 (N84048), Rock Hill, SC, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during an aborded crosswind landing.
- [NTSB WPR25LA082](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR25LA082), Jan 23, 2025: Cessna 172K (N79910), Columbia, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: A partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB ERA25LA087](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA25LA087), Dec 19, 2024: Cessna 172K (N7085G), Southport, NC, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s loss of aircraft control due to spatial disorientation, and the flight instructor’s inadequate supervision, which resulted in the subsequent overstress of the airplane during recovery.
- [NTSB ERA24LA388](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24LA388), Sep 20, 2024: Cessna 172K (N7037G), Spartanburg, SC, substantial damage. Probable cause: Maintenance personnel’s failure to follow the engine manufacturer’s maintenance guidance, which resulted in the assembly of the engine with an obstructed oil passage, a subsequent lack of lubrication…
- [NTSB ERA24LA390](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24LA390), Sep 19, 2024: Cessna 172K (N7058G), Fredericksburg, VA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s inadequate fuel planning, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and a subsequent total loss of engine power.
- [NTSB ERA24LA241](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24LA241), Jun 3, 2024: Cessna 172 (N78445), Terryville, CT, substantial damage. Probable cause: A total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB WPR23LA241](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR23LA241), Jun 23, 2023: Cessna 172K (N84385), Marana, AZ, substantial damage. Probable cause: A total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
- [NTSB WPR23LA114](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR23LA114), Feb 24, 2023: Cessna 172K (N84717), Ephraim, UT, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s improper landing flare and loss of directional control.
- [NTSB CEN23LA111](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN23LA111), Feb 19, 2023: Cessna 172K (N84688), Moline, IL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll in gusting crosswind conditions.
- [NTSB CEN23LA073](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN23LA073), Jan 1, 2023: Cessna 172K (N7003G), Conway, AR, substantial damage. Probable cause: The solo student pilot’s improper landing flare and subsequent improper recovery from a bounced landing.
- [NTSB CEN22LA382](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN22LA382), Aug 9, 2022: Cessna 172K (N84352), Kahului, HI, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s inadequate compensation for gusting winds while maneuvering on the ground.
- [NTSB ERA22LA360](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA22LA360), Jul 27, 2022: Cessna 172K (N7437G), Barnstable, MA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to attain a proper touchdown point, which resulted in a runway overrun in gusting wind conditions.
- [NTSB ERA22LA267](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA22LA267), Jun 13, 2022: Cessna 172 (N78755), Bluffton, OH, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot’s loss of control during climb after an aborted landing, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
- [NTSB CEN22LA155](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN22LA155), Mar 22, 2022: Cessna 172K (N7199G), Plains, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during taxi with a strong crosswind.
- [NTSB ERA22LA006](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA22LA006), Oct 6, 2021: Cessna 172K (N78604), Williston, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from terrain on approach which resulted in controlled flight into trees. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor’s inadequate supervision of…
- [NTSB WPR21LA364](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR21LA364), Sep 19, 2021: Cessna 172 (N84068), Auburn, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot’s inadequate flare which resulted in a hard and bounced landing.
- [NTSB WPR21LA241](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR21LA241), Jun 20, 2021: Cessna 172 (N79523), Moose Creek Ranger Station, ID, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s improper landing flare which resulted in a bounced hard landing and subsequent nose over.
- [NTSB CEN20LA431](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN20LA431), Sep 29, 2020: Cessna 172 (N79300), Big Rapids, MI, substantial damage. Probable cause: The airplane’s impact with a deer during takeoff.
- [NTSB CEN20WA011](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN20WA011), Oct 19, 2019: Cessna 172 (N7381G), San Salvador, El Salvador, destroyed, 2 fatal
- [NTSB ERA19LA280](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA19LA280), Sep 24, 2019: Cessna 172 (N78192), Manville, NJ, substantial damage. Probable cause: A total loss of engine power due to the ingestion of sealant material that had loosened inside the carburetor airbox.
- [NTSB ERA19LA246](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA19LA246), Aug 13, 2019: Cessna 172 (N84287), Jay, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's improper decision to fly over a river at a very low altitude, which resulted in a collision with power lines.
- [NTSB CEN19CA239](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN19CA239), Jul 28, 2019: Cessna 172 (N79575), Oshkosh, WI, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's improper fuel planning and decision to not divert to a closer airport when the planned flight profile changed, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
- [NTSB GAA19CA439](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA19CA439), Jun 30, 2019: Cessna 172 (N78658), Manteo, NC, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed and his exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
- [NTSB GAA19CA362](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA19CA362), Jun 14, 2019: Cessna 172 (N84402), Tampa, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and subsequent nose-over.
- [NTSB GAA19CA193](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA19CA193), Mar 26, 2019: Cessna 172 (N7127G), Pella, IA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot's failure to maintain the runway heading and the flight instructor's delayed remedial action during landing, which resulted in the instructor landing the airplane in grass left of…
- [NTSB ERA19LA194](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA19LA194), Mar 9, 2019: Cessna 172 (N7367G), Mount Holly, NJ, substantial damage. Probable cause: Failure of the pilot's seat back due to a sheared bolt during the landing roll, which resulted in a loss of directional control and runway excursion.
- [NTSB GAA19CA020](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA19CA020), Oct 14, 2018: Cessna 172 (N996SB), Lawrenceville, GA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot's improper pitch application, which resulted in a hard landing and subsequent fire. Contributing to the accident was the student’s failure to give over the flight controls to the…
- [NTSB GAA19CA014](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA19CA014), Oct 5, 2018: Cessna 172 (N78239), Stockton, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff.
- [NTSB GAA17CA373](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA17CA373), Jun 25, 2017: Cessna 172 (N79938), Roseburg, OR, substantial damage. Probable cause: An in-flight collision with a bird during the approach.
- [NTSB CEN17LA006](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN17LA006), Oct 4, 2016: Cessna 172K (N46377), Wilmot, WI, substantial damage. Probable cause: A failure of the No. 1 piston pin plug due to corrosion in the cylinder barrel, which resulted in oil contamination, oil starvation to the crankshaft connecting rod bearings, and a subsequent partial…
- [NTSB GAA16CA473](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA16CA473), Aug 14, 2016: Cessna 172 (N78242), Fulton, MO, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s improper landing flare and subsequent improper recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in the airplane porpoising.
- [NTSB GAA16CA413](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA16CA413), Aug 3, 2016: Cessna 172 (N84371), Cross Keys, NJ, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain lateral bank control during final approach, which resulted with an impact with a tree and substantial damage to the left and right wings.
- [NTSB CEN16LA309](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN16LA309), Aug 2, 2016: Cessna 172K (N46459), Neenah, WI, substantial damage. Probable cause: A loss of engine power due to oil starvation, which resulted from the pilot, who was not a certified airframe and powerplant mechanic, removing the vacuum pump from the engine, and his misconception…
- [NTSB GAA16CA340](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA16CA340), May 31, 2016: Cessna 172 (N7095G), Lumberton, NJ, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's hard landing, resulting in a runway excursion and substantial damage to the firewall.
- [NTSB WPR16LA093](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR16LA093), Apr 17, 2016: Cessna 172 (N7133G), Avalon, CA, destroyed. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain a proper approach path on landing because he failed to familiarize himself with the airport's unique approach hazards and recommended procedures before the flight.…
- [NTSB ERA15LA318](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA15LA318), Aug 17, 2015: Cessna 172K (N84308), Chiefland, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The partial loss of engine power during cruise flight for reasons that could not be determined because a postaccident airframe and engine examination and engine test run revealed no evidence of…
- [NTSB CEN15CA105](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN15CA105), Jan 17, 2015: Cessna 172K (N7061G), Holland, MI, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's loss of control while landing in gusty wind conditions.
- [NTSB CEN15FAMS1](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN15FAMS1), Nov 13, 2014: Cessna 172K (N46707), Lake Pontchartrain, LA, destroyed, 2 fatal. Probable cause: The airplane's collision with water for reasons that could not be determined because the wreckage was not located.
- [NTSB CEN15LA024](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN15LA024), Oct 19, 2014: Cessna 172K (N79534), Xenia, OH, substantial damage. Probable cause: The failure of the seat track mechanism, which led the pilot to inadvertently apply aft yoke and lift his feet off the rudder pedals and resulted in a loss of directional control during takeoff.
- [NTSB ERA14FA428](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA14FA428), Sep 8, 2014: Cessna 172 (N79438), Selkirk, NY, substantial damage, 2 fatal. Probable cause: A loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the airframe and engine did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
- [NTSB WPR14FA302](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR14FA302), Jul 21, 2014: Cessna 172K (N84754), Littlefield, AZ, destroyed, 2 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain airplane control when the airplane encountered high gusting wind while conducting low altitude flight in a narrow canyon, which resulted in an inflight collision with…
- [NTSB ERA14LA158](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA14LA158), Mar 18, 2014: Cessna 172K (N46603), Elizabethton, TN, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s delayed decision to maneuver around rising terrain, which resulted in a collision with trees and terrain. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to calculate the performance…
- [NTSB WPR14CA125](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR14CA125), Feb 4, 2014: Cessna 172K (N78330), Eastsound, WA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate flare and failure to maintain aircraft control during landing in gusty wind conditions.
- [NTSB CEN14LA134](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN14LA134), Jan 26, 2014: Cessna 172K (N4VN), Milan, IL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s delayed use of carburetor heat while operating the airplane in atmospheric conditions conducive to carburetor icing, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to carburetor icing…
- [NTSB CEN14CA096](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN14CA096), Dec 30, 2013: Cessna 172K (N1176M), Concordia, KS, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain a proper glidepath during approach which resulted in the airplane landing long, and his decision to turn off of the runway during the landing roll which resulted in a…
- [NTSB WPR14FA078](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR14FA078), Dec 27, 2013: Cessna 172K (N251JM), Fresno, CA, destroyed, 2 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate clearance from trees while on approach, which subsequently led to a loss of airplane control. Also causal was the pilot’s continued operation of the airplane…

All 699: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-172k/ntsb.md

## FAA accident and incident reports (695, newest 50)

From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model.

- [Incident 20260802011959I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260802011959I), Aug 2, 2026: Cessna 172K (N78650), Peoria, IL, Minor damage. On August 2, 2026, private pilot bryson boxell completed a flight at Mount Hawley Auxiliary Airport (3MY) and attempted to park a Cessna 172 [privacy data…
- [Incident 20260509005359I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260509005359I), May 9, 2026: Cessna 172K (N79002), Bancroft, NE, No damage. Aircraft was enroute from fremont, NE (kfet) to souix city IA (K7K7) at 2500 ft altitude with a pilot reported a 60 degree air temp and area humidity reading…
- [Incident 20260424005139I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260424005139I), Apr 24, 2026: Cessna 172K (N79302), Menard, TX, No damage. On April 24, 2026, at approximately 1700 local time, a Cessna 172, landed on a road near 13003 fm 2291 due to engine trouble. Flying at approximately 1,000…
- [Accident 20260416008039A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260416008039A), Apr 16, 2026: Cessna 172K (N84794), Topeka, KS, Substantial damage. On April 17, 2026, the wichita FSDO was notified of an accident involving a Cessna 172K at phillip Billard airport (top), Topeka, KS. A student pilot received…
- [Accident 20260116000249A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260116000249A), Jan 16, 2026: Cessna 172K (N79118), Amery, WI, Substantial damage. The pilot was conducting a post-engine overhaul test flight. He flew two laps around the airport and was on his final lap when the aircraft violently vibrated…
- [Incident 20251217020309I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20251217020309I), Dec 17, 2025: Cessna 172K (N79412), Midway, AR, No damage. While climbing out after takeoff from runway 23 at kbpk (Midway, AR), the aircraft engine started misfiring and losing power. The pilot elected to perform an…
- [Accident 20250920012899A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250920012899A), Sep 20, 2025: Cessna 172K (N78938), Lakeville, CT, Substantial damage. During an IFR training session while at cruising altitude of 7,000 feet, the pilot in command (PIC), who is also a certified flight instructor (CFI), detected…
- [Accident 20250619006859A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250619006859A), Jun 19, 2025: Cessna 172K (N79306), Billings, MT, Destroyed, 1 fatal. On June 19, 2025 a privately operated Cessna 172, with one pilot on board, was flying near blue creek road south of Billings, Montana. It was reported that the…
- [Accident 20250209000949A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250209000949A), Feb 9, 2025: Cessna 172K (N84048), Rock Hill, SC, Substantial damage. Student pilot was practicing take off and landings for proviate pilot check ride preprepation and falied to maintain control of the aircraft during windy…
- [Accident 20250123000969A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250123000969A), Jan 23, 2025: Cessna 172K (N79910), Columbia, CA, Substantial damage. The aircraft was flown from lodi, CA airport to the Columbia, CA airport for recreational purposes. The airplane fuel tanks were reported by the pilot to be…
- [Accident 20241219019149A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20241219019149A), Dec 19, 2024: Cessna 172K (N7085G), South Port, NC, Substantial damage. Flight instructor and student were completing the students first instrument flight lesson. They were practicing the RNAV 23 approach at southport airport under…
- [Incident 20241102015849I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20241102015849I), Nov 2, 2024: Cessna 172K (N1969K), Gilbert, SC, Minor damage. Airman had just landed and was taxing to parking when he received a radio call stating that a marshaller was in place to direct him to his parking spot. As the…
- [Incident 20241023016739I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20241023016739I), Oct 23, 2024: Cessna 172K (N78239), Stockton, CA, Minor damage. Aircraft departed rwy 29L for training, in the upwind reported a rough running engine and requested to return to land via RWY11R. The pilot attempted a tear…
- [Accident 20240920014309A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240920014309A), Sep 20, 2024: Cessna 172K (N7037G), Spartanburg, SC, Substantial damage. While departing runway 5 at spa during the inital climb the engine lost power. There was not enough runway remaining so an off-field landing was attempted.…
- [Accident 20240919015189A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240919015189A), Sep 19, 2024: Cessna 172K (N7058G), Fredericksburg, VA, Substantial damage. Narrative of flight and accident of [privacy data omitted] – September 19, 2024 • At approximately 2:00 pm the pilot arrived at Culpeper Regional Airport to…
- [Incident 20240703011189I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240703011189I), Jul 3, 2024: Cessna 172K (N1172M), Bismarck, ND, No damage. PIC aborted takeoff due to no airspeed indication. PIC returned to ramp and had mechanics look at aircraft. Aviation mechanic verified discrepancy. Upon…
- [Incident 20240626007779I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240626007779I), Jun 26, 2024: Cessna 172K (N84879), Midland, MI, Minor damage. On June 26, 2024 at 1630 local time, a Cessna 172 aircraft, [privacy data omitted], registered to a LLC flying club and flown by a student pilot and flight…
- [Incident 20240625006629I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240625006629I), Jun 25, 2024: Cessna 172K (N46526), Pleasant Shade, TN, No damage. At cruise, pilot experienced engine power loss (degredation) and executed an emergency landing in a near by field. No damage to aircraft and no injuries on…
- [Accident 20240603006559A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240603006559A), Jun 3, 2024: Cessna 172K (N78445), Plymouth, CT, Destroyed. On 6-3-2024, aircraft took off from pou(poughkeepsie, NY) on a cross country gflight to bdl(hartford, CT). During the flight at cruise(5500FT) the pilot…
- [Incident 20240601006859I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240601006859I), Jun 1, 2024: Cessna 172K (N7347G), Labelle, FL, Minor damage. A 14 CFR part 91 flight suffered an engine failure while enroute from hwo to vnc. Aircraft landed in a cow pasture near 0FL9. No damage to airframe or…
- [Accident 20230623022179A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20230623022179A), Jun 23, 2023: Cessna 172K (N84385), Mirana, AZ, Substantial damage. Airman was performing a cross country flight for personal reasons. This cross country flight included several flight legs from marana regional airport (avq) to…
- [Incident 20230526006139I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20230526006139I), May 26, 2023: Cessna 172K (N79501), Omaha, NE, Minor damage. On Friday, may 26, 2023 at approximately 1830, a pilot took off from the Millard Airport (mle) in a Cessna 172K. The purpose of the flight was to perform an…
- [Accident 20230224002139A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20230224002139A), Feb 24, 2023: Cessna 172K (N84717), Manti, UT, Substantial damage. Pilot departed provo (kpvu) at approximately 11:10 am local time, with intent on a solo cross country flight to Manti-ephraim airport (41U) and back to provo…
- [Accident 20230219002889A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20230219002889A), Feb 19, 2023: Cessna 172K (N84688), Moline, IL, Substantial damage. When: February 19, 2023 at 1510Z Where: Moline, IL A student pilot was operating a Cessna 172K, [privacy data omitted], departing from Quad Cities…
- [Accident 20230101002239A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20230101002239A), Jan 1, 2023: Cessna 172K (N7003G), Conway, AR, Substantial damage. On January 1, 2023 at 1400 CST, a Cessna 172,[privacy data omitted] [privacy data omitted] departed runway 22 while attempting to land at Conway Regional…
- [Incident 20220829023169I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220829023169I), Aug 29, 2022: Cessna 172K (N78457), Three Rivers, MI, Substantial damage. On August 29, at approximately 1550 EDT, a mechanic stated he seen a storm approching the khai airport. Noticing the aircraft, [privacy data omitted] Cessna…
- [Incident 20220821014909I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220821014909I), Aug 21, 2022: Cessna 172K (N78299), Bethel, AK, No damage. Refueled aircraft in mcg with 3 hours fuel, 3NM NE of bet engine began to run rough, pilot landed on road short of runway on roadway.
- [Accident 20220809011769A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220809011769A), Aug 9, 2022: Cessna 172K (N84352), Kahului, HI, Substantial damage. At approximately 1200 HST on 8/9/2022, the pilot in command of Cessna 172 aircraft, [privacy data omitted], taxied his aircraft on Kahului Airport (ogg) to an…
- [Accident 20220727013159A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220727013159A), Jul 27, 2022: Cessna 172K (N7437G), Marston Mills, MA, Substantial damage. Aircraft landed long on turf runway, departed the end of the runway striking a tree substantial damage to left wing and fuselage.
- [Accident 20220613012729A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220613012729A), Jun 13, 2022: Cessna 172K (N78755), Bluffton, OH, Substantial damage. Upon landing runway 23 at Bluffton airport 5G7 PIC student pilot intiated a go around became airbourne and turning left and crashing in a soybean field…
- [Accident 20220322004059A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220322004059A), Mar 22, 2022: Cessna 172K (N7199G), Plains, TX, Substantial damage. N7199G landed on runway 35 at F98 ( Yoakum County Airport) around 1200 CDT. The airplane exit the runway to the west then turn to the right (north) and stopped…
- [Incident 20211119019679I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20211119019679I), Nov 19, 2021: Cessna 172K (N7143G), Bemidji, MN, Minor damage. During his third solo flight the student pilot had been flying for approximately 3 hours when he checked the weather and realized that the winds had changed…
- [Incident 20211112019439I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20211112019439I), Nov 12, 2021: Cessna 172K (N79087), Riverside, CA, Minor damage. On November 12, 2021 an airman landed at the Riverside airport. During landing the aircraft veered to the left and nearly caused a runway excursion. The pilot…
- [Accident 20211005020139A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20211005020139A), Oct 5, 2021: Cessna 172K (N78604), Williston, FL, Substantial damage. Aircrew was performing flight instruction, on approach to runway 5 at the Williston Municipal airpot (X60). The aircraft hit a treetop approximately .5 miles…
- [Accident 20210919016179A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20210919016179A), Sep 19, 2021: Cessna 172K (N84068), Auburn, CA, Substantial damage. Student on initial solo flight. After take-off aircraft climbed to approximately 20 feet the rapidly descended back down to the runway landing very hard.…
- [Incident 20210810014219I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20210810014219I), Aug 10, 2021: Cessna 172K (N79203), Lompoc, CA, No damage. During level cruise flight, engine quit, pilot tried to make Lompoc airport. The pilot determined Lompoc was too FAR and elected to land on a soccer field. The…
- [Accident 20210620007939A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20210620007939A), Jun 20, 2021: Cessna 172K (N79523), Kooskia, ID, Substantial damage. Approach to the runway was faster than normal and too steep. Aircraft porpoised upon landing and eventually flipped over on its back.
- [Incident 20201105018409I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20201105018409I), Nov 5, 2020: Cessna 172K (N79884), Waldron Is, WA, Minor damage. Part 91 ferry flight to reposition for part 135 operation out of 90WA. On final approach, left wing outboard most leading edge made contact with a tree.
- [Accident 20200929012269A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20200929012269A), Sep 29, 2020: Cessna 172K (N79300), Big Rapids, MI, Substantial damage. On September 29, 2020 at approximately 7:40 pm eastern daylight time (EDT), N79300, a C-172-K aircraft, registered [privacy data omitted] and operated by an…
- [Incident 20200918012329I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20200918012329I), Sep 18, 2020: Cessna 172K (N84162), Smyrna, TN, Minor damage. On 09/18/2020 N84162 was piloted by [privacy data omitted]. Seconds after he landed on rwy 32 at kmqy with a crosswind his left wing dipped and hit the ground.…
- [Incident 20200730011919I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20200730011919I), Jul 30, 2020: Cessna 172K (N84272), Port Aransas, TX, Minor damage. On July 30, 2020, 1140 CDT, aircraft N84272, a 1969 Cessna 172K, departed runway 12 immediately after landing and came to stop at an adjacent canal
- [Incident 20200421009619I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20200421009619I), Apr 21, 2020: Cessna 172K (N46743), Antlers, OK, No damage. On 4/21/2019 at approximately 1315 CDT, civil aircraft N46743, a Cessna 172, experienced engine issues while descending for the Antlers airport (80F) and was…
- [Accident 20190924018279A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190924018279A), Sep 24, 2019: Cessna 172K (N78192), Manville, NJ, Substantial damage. Student pilot returning from a long cross country experienced a rough running engine while in the downwind to land at Central Jersey Airport. On base leg the…
- [Accident 20190813010239A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190813010239A), Aug 13, 2019: Cessna 172K (N84287), Jay, FL, Substantial damage. While in cruise flight over the escambia river the pilot stated that he had an emergency but could not remember what that emergency was. The aircraft struck…
- [Accident 20190728014919A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190728014919A), Jul 28, 2019: Cessna 172K (N79575), Oshkosh, WI, Substantial damage. On July 28, 2019 at 1600 CST, a Cessna 172 N79575 piloted by a commercial pilot was substantially damaged after landing in a field near Oshkosh WI after the…
- [Accident 20190630008709A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190630008709A), Jun 30, 2019: Cessna 172K (N78658), Manteo, NC, Destroyed. The PIC took of with a full load of passengers. After lift off during the initial climb, the airspeed started to decrease and the aircraft stalled. The…
- [Accident 20190614006939A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190614006939A), Jun 14, 2019: Cessna 172K (N84402), Lutz, FL, Substantial damage. Student pilot performing unsupervised solo was doing full stop landings. Pilot performed 3 full stop landings and while on the fourth attempt the aircraft was…
- [Accident 20190326001999A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190326001999A), Mar 26, 2019: Cessna 172K (N7127G), Pella, IA, Substantial damage. While conducting take off and landings for flight training, the student and instructor were in the touchdown phase of flight. A light quartering crosswind was…
- [Accident 20190309005979A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190309005979A), Mar 9, 2019: Cessna 172K (N7367G), Lumberton, NJ, Substantial damage. 03/09/2019: After landing, at south jersey regional airport (vay) a Cessna CE-172-K, N7367G, veered off runway 26 to the left, breaking a taxiway light on…
- [Accident 20181014020079A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20181014020079A), Oct 14, 2018: Cessna 172K (N996SB), Lawrenceville, GA, Destroyed. The aircraft was cleared for landing on runway 07 with a student pilot at the controls. Over the end of the runway, the aircraft was too high and the student…

All 695: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-172k/incidents.md

## Service difficulty reports (64, newest 50)

As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report.

- [SDR 2026FA0000176](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000176), Feb 26, 2026: BULKHEAD. CRACKED. FOUND FORWARD PROPELLER BULKHEAD P/N 0550321-4 CRACKED AT ONE BOLT HOLE LOCATION.
- [SDR 2019FA0000115](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2019FA0000115), Mar 9, 2019: ATTACH BOLT. SHEARED. A/C WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT AT VAY. UPON LANDING, THE PILOT'S SEAT BACK DISCONNECTED AT THE LEFT HAND SIDE OF THE SEAT BACK ASSEMBLY ATTACH POINT ATTACHING 
- [SDR CA150415008](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA150415008), Apr 14, 2015: PULLEY. WORN. (CAN) MAX RT RUDDER PRESSURE NEEDED TO MAINTAIN STRAIGHT LEVEL FLIGHT. INSPECTION OF RUDDER CONTROL SYSTEM CARRIED OUT, FOUND RT RUDDER CABLE OUT OF FWD PULLEY.
- [SDR CA140626008](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA140626008), Jun 26, 2014: BALL. CORRODED. (CAN) PILOT COMPLAINED FUEL SELECTOR WAS VERY STIFF. CYCLED IT A COUPLE TIMES AND IT SEIZED IN THE LT TANK POSITION. FUEL WAS DRAINED AND SELECTOR REMOVED. THE 
- [SDR CA130531010](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA130531010), May 11, 2013: CONTACT. BURNED. (CAN) HARD STARTING ENGINE. TROUBLESHOT TO NO SPARK AT LOW RPM. SLICK SB1-12, MAG SN. THE MAGNETO WAS NEW WITH ONLY 300.2 HRS ON IT. POINTS WERE BURNED.
- [SDR CA101125004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA101125004), Nov 25, 2010: BELLCRANK. MISINSTALLED. BELL-CRANK FOUND INSTALLED UPSIDE DOWN. JOGGLE CAUSES INTERFERENCE WHEN INSTALLED UPSIDE DOWN. LOWER CLEVIS RUBS AFT BULKHEAD CLEARANCE OPENING. PARTS CATALOGUE
- [SDR 2010FA0000584](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2010FA0000584), Apr 19, 2010: MOUNT. DAMAGED. UPON ROUTINE INSP, CRACK WAS FOUND ON LOWER LT ENGINE MOUNT BRACE. THERE IS NO DAMAGE HISTORY ON THE ACFT. THE MOUNT DOES NOT HAVE RELIEF HOLES FOR WELDING, AND
- [SDR CA090805004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA090805004), Aug 5, 2009: CYLINDER. PRESSURE LOSS. REPORTED HIGH OIL CONSUMPTION, FOUND NR 2 CYL LOW COMPRESSION 20/80 PAST RINGS.
- [SDR CA090629001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA090629001), Jun 24, 2009: CYLINDER HEAD. CRACKED. (CAN) INITIALLY FOUND ALUMINUM SHAVINGS IN OIL SCREEN, CYL NR 3 FOUND AT LOW COMPRESSION 20/80. CYLINDER ASSY REMOVED AND FOUND PISTON BROKEN BETWEEN THE TOP 2 
- [SDR CA090710002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA090710002), Jun 9, 2009: IGNITION SWITCH. WORN. (CAN) REF AD 93-05-06. THIS ACFT HAS AFFECTED SWITCH INSTALLED. ACFT IS OUTSIDE OF S/N RANGE. DUE TO AGING ACFT ISSUES, PARTS FROM OUTSIDE THE S/N RANGE ARE GET
- [SDR CA081201002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA081201002), Dec 1, 2008: SWITCH. OVERHEATED. (CAN) LANDING LIGHT SWITCH MAY BE ORIGINAL (8865 HRS) DETENTS BECAME "STICKY" AND NOT AS POSITIVE AS NORMAL. SWITCH FUNCTION DID NOT FAIL. INSP REVEALED PWR SUP
- [SDR CA080826008](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA080826008), Aug 25, 2008: CYLINDER. CORRODED. (CAN) CYLINDER CASTING COMPOSED OF ALUM STEEL ANCHOR BOLTS MOUNTED IN CASTING CAUSED CORROSSION OF ALUM BOSS BORES WHICH OVER TIME CAUSED THE BOSS CASTING TO CR
- [SDR CA071019002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA071019002), Oct 19, 2007: NUT PLATE. MISREPAIRED. (CAN) UPON INSPECTING THE FUEL TANKS, FOUND SEVERAL NUTPLATES PREVIOUSLY DAMAGED. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION FOUND THAT AT A PREVIOUS TIME, SOME SCREWS BROKE OFF I
- [SDR CA070814009](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA070814009), Aug 13, 2007: SEAT BELT. FAILED. (CAN) SEAT BELT LOOPS THAT SECURE THE FRONT SEAT LAP BELTS TO THE SEAT FAILED. THIS ALLOWED THE SEAT BELT, WHILE BEING SECURED, TO LOOP OVER THE SEAT BACK ADJUS
- [SDR CA070727006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA070727006), Jul 23, 2007: WEB. CRACKED. (CAN) CRACK FOUND AT LOWER WELD WEB LT SIDE. (TC NR 20070727006)
- [SDR CA070507013](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA070507013), Apr 12, 2007: ROTOR. FAILED. (CAN) PILOT OF AC ON FLOATS DETECTED A DEAD MAGNETO ON HIS PRE-TAKEOFF INSPECTION, AND RETURNED TO THE DOCK. (TC NR 20070507013)
- [SDR CA070726005](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA070726005), Dec 30, 2006: GEAR. FAILED. (CAN) ENGINE WOULD NOT START, STARTER REMOVED, BENDIX FOUND SHATTERED. (TC NR 20070726005)
- [SDR CA061124008](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA061124008), Nov 24, 2006: SUPPORT. CRACKED. (CAN) AIRCRAFT BEING SERVICED FOR MFG CARE NR 4 (200-HOUR) INSPECTION AND CHANGED OVER TO SKIS. LT OB SUPPORT FOR LANDING GEAR WAS FOUND TO HAVE SEVERAL CRACKS.
- [SDR 2006FA0000747](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2006FA0000747), Jul 17, 2006: FUEL LINE. CHAFED. DURING AN ANNUAL INSPECTION, BOTH ENGINE FUEL SUPPLY LINES WERE FOUND TO BE CHAFFING THE FWD BULKHEAD OF THE LANDING GEAR BOX STRUCTURE AT BS 56.70. MDG HAS INS
- [SDR CA060621003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA060621003), Jun 20, 2006: CYLINDER HEAD. CRACKED. ENGINE RUNNING ROUGH FOUND NR 1 CYLINDER HEAD CRACKED.
- [SDR CA060825003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA060825003), May 13, 2006: SPAR. CRACKED. (CAN) P/N 0532001-97 SPAR REINFORCEMENT AND P/N 0532001-98 FRONT SPAR ASSEMBLY WAS REPALCED DUE TO CRACKED CENTER SECTION OF MAIN SPAR. PARTS WERE INSTALLED USI
- [SDR CA050803008](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA050803008), Jul 7, 2005: MOUNT. CRACKED. (CAN) 2 CRACKS FOUND AT LOWER CROSS TUBE SAME CRACKS FOUND ON PREVIOUS MOUNT. BOTH MOUNTS OVERHAULED, WELDING CRACKS LOCATED BESIDE WELD AREA SHOULD HAVE GUSSET
- [SDR CA040827003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA040827003), Aug 25, 2004: RAIL. CRACKED. (CAN) THE LT UPPER ENGINE RAIL WAS FOUND TO BE CRACKED DURING SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE. PN 0513132-3 WAS REPLACED WITH NEW PART. NEW HARDWARE WAS INSTALLED.
- [SDR CA040511002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA040511002), May 10, 2004: SUPPORT BRACKET. CRACKED. (CAN) RT MAIN LANDING GEAR OB SUPPORT BRACKET CRACKED AT U BOLT FORWARD HOLE.
- [SDR 2004FA0000366](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2004FA0000366), Mar 24, 2004: BOLT. CORRODED. WHILE REMOVING WING BOLTS, FOUND BOLTS RUSTED AND CORRODED. RECOMMENDED BOLTS BE INSPECTED AND COATED WITH EPOXY PRIMER, INSTALLING NEW BOLTS.
- [SDR CA040220006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA040220006), Feb 13, 2004: LINE. CHAFED. (CAN) FUEL LINE WAS FOUND CHAFED DURING 200 HR INSPECTION.
- [SDR CA040506003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA040506003), Feb 6, 2004: TORQUE LINK. CRACKED. (CAN) DURING INSPECTION, IT WAS DISCOVERED THE UPPER TORQUE LINK PART NUMBER 0442506-1WAS CRACKED. NEW PART WAS INSTALLED.
- [SDR ISO11030019](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/ISO11030019), May 20, 2003: EXHAUST VALVE. BROKEN. AIRCRAFT IN CRUISE AT 5000 FT., EXPERIENCED LOSS OF POWER, PILOT LANDED IN WHEAT FIELD, 2 POB, NO INJURIES, MINOR DAMAGE.
- [SDR 2003FA0000269](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2003FA0000269), Feb 27, 2003: ROLLER. DAMAGED. RT FLAP, INBOARD AFT FLAP ROLLER, FAILED AND BOUND DURING FLAP RETARCTION. THE RT OUTBOARD FLAP END CONTINUED TO RETRACT DEFORMING THE FLAP TO SOME EXTENT.
- [SDR AUS20030011](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AUS20030011), Jan 7, 2003: CABLE. WORN. (AUS) ENGINE MIXTURE CONTROL INNER CABLE WORN.
- [SDR AUS20020945](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AUS20020945), Aug 21, 2002: STRAP. BROKEN. (AUS) LH FUEL TANK REAR STRAP ASSEMBLY LOOSE. RH FUEL TANK REAR STRAP ASSEMBLY BROKEN NEAR THE SCREW END. FOUND DURING INSPECTION IAW CESSNA CONTINUED AIRWORTHI
- [SDR CA020610003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA020610003), May 31, 2002: LINE. WORN. (CAN) - FUEL LINE FROM UNION TO FIREWALL (STRAINER) FOUND RUBBING ON CO-PILOT STEERING TORQUE TUBE AND STEERING ARM. FUEL LINE HAD A SMALL PIN HOLE AND A SMALL 
- [SDR 2001FA0000363](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2001FA0000363), Aug 29, 2001: SHAFT. SHEARED. PILOT REPORTED 700 RPM DROP ON LEFT MAGNETO. MAGNETO REMOVED AND INSPECTED. FOUND DRIVE SHAFT/ MAGNETO/ ROTOR SHEARED IN HALF. MAGNETO REPLACED.
- [SDR CA010907010](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA010907010), Aug 23, 2001: STRINGER. CRACKED. (CAN) DURING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE INSPECTION, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE RIGHT HAND ENGINE RAIL WAS CRACKED. P/N 0513132-4 STRINGER ASSEMBLY IN FUSELAGE FRONT SE
- [SDR 20001207SH013](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20001207SH013), Nov 2, 2000: RIB. DAMAGED. DURING A HIDDEN DAMAGE INSP, LT WING ASSY PN 0523005-83 FOUND LIGHT DAMAGE TO MID L/E SKIN AND 1 NOSE RIB, UNAPPROVED REPAIR FOUND TO AFT INBD SPAR ASSY. ALMOST
- [SDR 20010326CW008](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20010326CW008), Sep 29, 2000: SPAR. DAMAGED. DURING HIDDEN DAMAGE INSPECTION SOME LIGHT DABAGE TO MID LEADING EDGE SKIN AND ONE NOSE RIB WAS FOUND. UNAPPROVED REPAIR FOUND TO AFT INBD SPAR ASSY. DAMAGE WAS
- [SDR CA000530047](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA000530047), May 19, 2000: GYRO. WRONG PART. (CAN) SUSPECTED UNAPPROVED PART DETECTED DURING IMPORTATION INSPECTION. UNIT INSTALLED: SEPT 10 1999 INVESTIGATION IN PROGRESS BY NEW OWNER. INVESTIGATION INTO 
- [SDR CA000222007](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA000222007), Feb 11, 2000: CAM. BROKEN. (CAN) CAM ASSY FOUND BROKEN. REPLACED WITH NEW PART.
- [SDR CA991004052](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA991004052), Sep 13, 1999: ROD. BROKEN. (CAN) DURING FLIGHT, A STUDENT PILOT EXPERIENCED LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE AIRCRAFT. TAKING CONTROL, THE INSTRUCTOR NOTICED THAT THE LEFT AILERON FAILED TO RESPOND
- [SDR 99ZZZX3817](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/99ZZZX3817), Sep 13, 1999: SLEEVE. BROKEN. REMOVED SUCTION SCREEN DURING OIL CHANGE AND FOUND TWO CHUNKS OF ALUMINUM TRAPPED BY SCREEN. INVESTIGATION FOUND THE PIECES HAD BROKEN OFF THE OIL RELIEF VALVE 
- [SDR 99ZZZX2194](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/99ZZZX2194), May 5, 1999: TUBE. LOOSE. ACCELERATING PUMP DISCHARGE TUBE CAME OUT AND STRUCK THROTTLE OPEN, STOPPING ENGINE, THEN PART FELL DOWN INTO THE AIRBOX. (THIS OCCURRED IN-FLIGHT AT EFT).
- [SDR CA980811006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA980811006), Jul 31, 1998: BLADE. CORRODED. (CAN) PROPELLER CORRODED.
- [SDR CA980811008](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA980811008), Jul 30, 1998: BEARING. BROKEN. (CAN) PROPELLER RECEIVED FOR CORROSION INSPECTION. PROPELLER BLADE BEARING WAS FOUND BROKEN.
- [SDR 98ZZZX2695](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX2695), Jul 7, 1998: ENGINE. FIRE. ENGINE WAS WARM. WHEN STARTING AIRCRAFT ACCORDING TO WARM ENGINE START-UP PROCEDURE, IT CAUGHT FIRE BEFORE IT STARTED. RECOMMENDATION: LET ENGINE COOL OFF LONGE
- [SDR 98ZZZX2044](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX2044), May 15, 1998: SPRING SEAT. FAILED. ENGINE SUCTION SCREEN REMOVED DURING ANNUAL INSP AND SEVERAL LARGE PIECES OF FERROUS METAL WERE FOUND. RECORDS INDICATED THE ENG HAD NEW CYLINDERS INSTALLED DUR
- [SDR CA980325032](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA980325032), Mar 9, 1998: SPAR. CRACKED. (CAN) RUDDER SKIN WRINKLED ON RIGHT SIDE APPROX 1.5 INCHES ABOVE LOWER HINGE POINT. 0.5 INCH CRACK IN RIGHT SIDE OF FORWARD SPAR. REPLACED.
- [SDR CA970709010](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA970709010), Jun 26, 1997: RAIL. CRACKED. (CAN) DURING MAINTENANCE, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE LEFT HAND ENGINE RAIL WAS CRACKED. P/N 0513132-3 STRINGER ASSY IN THE FUSELAGE FRONT SECTION WAS REPLACED. 
- [SDR 97ZZZX2815](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX2815), May 21, 1997: HANDLE. BROKEN. HANDLE BROKE AT PIVOT POINT. ALLOWED THE ARM TO FALL FROM PIVOT POINT CAUSING THE SEAT LATCH DROP PIN TO NOT ENGAGE THE SEAT RAIL ALLOWING THE PASSENGER SEAT TO
- [SDR 97ZZZX2900](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX2900), Apr 25, 1997: THROTTLE VALVE. OUT OF ADJUST. OVERHAULED CARBURETOR FURNISHED WITH LYCOMING OVERHAULED ENGINE WOULD NOT IDLE BELOW 1,000 RPM AFTER BUILD-UP AND INSTALLATION. CARUBURETOR WAS NEWLY OVERHAULED
- [SDR 97ZZZX1146](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX1146), Feb 10, 1997: SPRING. BROKEN. RECEIVING INSPECTION OF A NEWLY OVERHAULED ENGINE FOUND PUSH ROD HOUSING COULD BE POPPED OUT OF SEAT. REMOVED ROCKER COVER AND FOUND HOLD-DOWN SPRING BROKEN. FU

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