# Cessna 172M

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 2072418
- Manufacturer (registry): CESSNA
- Model: 172M
- Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine
- Category: Airplane
- Engines: 1 · 4 cycle
- Seats: 4
- Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb
- Cruise speed: 108 mph
- Certification: Type certificated
- Data sheet: [TCDS 3A12](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/3A12) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Textron Aviation Inc.
- Registered aircraft: 3,574
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-172m

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 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 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 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 83-10-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/83-10-03): Control Wheel Yoke Guide Modification · Cessna 172M, 172N, 172P and 17 more. Effective Jun 30, 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 77-12-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/77-12-08): External Electrical Ground Power Receptacle · Cessna 172M, 172N, 177B and 19 more. Effective Jun 27, 1977
- [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 76-21-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/76-21-06): Loss of Engine Oil · Cessna 172M, 172N, 177B and 1 more. Effective Oct 26, 1976
- [AD 76-04-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/76-04-03): ARC PA-500A Actuators · Cessna 172L, 172M, 177B and 43 more. Effective Feb 26, 1976
- [AD 74-08-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-08-01): Autopilot Servo Actuators · Aircraft Radio Autopilot Servo Actuators, 172L, 172M and 29 more. Effective Apr 9, 1974
- [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 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

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

## 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 (3,574, first 50)

- [N100CG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N100CG): [Greene Carol W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GREENE%20CAROL%20W), [Mahwah, NJ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NJ/Mahwah), built 1972, S/N 17261191
- [N100M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N100M): [Sky Odyssey Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SKY%20ODYSSEY%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Gulf Breeze, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Gulf%20Breeze), built 1975, S/N 17265590
- [N100RK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N100RK): [Ellingson Leslie B](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ELLINGSON%20LESLIE%20B), [Harwood, ND](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ND/Harwood), built 1974, S/N 17263551
- [N101KS](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N101KS): [Wright Kenneth D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WRIGHT%20KENNETH%20D), [Benton, AR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AR/Benton), built 1974, S/N 17263095
- [N101LJ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N101LJ): [Grenier Garret P](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GRENIER%20GARRET%20P), [Anchorage, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Anchorage), built 1976, S/N 17267273
- [N101RK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N101RK): [Blake James R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BLAKE%20JAMES%20R), [Marion, LA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/LA/Marion), built 1972, S/N 17261166
- [N101US](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N101US): [Usaeroflight LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/USAEROFLIGHT%20LLC), [Greenville, SC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/SC/Greenville), built 1972, S/N 17260922
- [N102PR](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N102PR): [Rico Aviation Services Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RICO%20AVIATION%20SERVICES%20INC), [Miami, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Miami), built 1976, S/N 17266462
- [N10446](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N10446): [Schell Brothers II LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SCHELL%20BROTHERS%20II%20LLC), [Rehoboth Beach, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Rehoboth%20Beach), built 1973, S/N 172-62515
- [N104NP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N104NP): [Dv Aviation Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DV%20AVIATION%20INC), [Brainerd, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Brainerd), built 1975, S/N 17265021
- [N104PD](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N104PD): [Baumann James R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BAUMANN%20JAMES%20R), [Muskogee, OK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OK/Muskogee), built 1973, S/N 17261428
- [N105PD](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N105PD): [N105pd LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/N105PD%20LLC), [Ulysses, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Ulysses), built 1973, S/N 17261469
- [N106GC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N106GC): [Jones Michael D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JONES%20MICHAEL%20D), [Warner Robins, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Warner%20Robins), built 1975, S/N 17264663
- [N1074T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1074T): [Iowa Lakes Community College](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/IOWA%20LAKES%20COMMUNITY%20COLLEGE), [Estherville, IA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IA/Estherville), built 1973, S/N 17262233
- [N107ES](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N107ES): [Walpole John W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WALPOLE%20JOHN%20W), [Iola, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Iola), built 1976, S/N 17266853
- [N107RA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N107RA): [Rl Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RL%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Miami, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Miami), built 1974, S/N 17263334
- [N107RF](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N107RF): [Stevens Matthew S](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/STEVENS%20MATTHEW%20S), [Penn Yan, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Penn%20Yan), built 1972, S/N 17260862
- [N1086U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1086U): [Hancock County Port & Harbor Commission](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HANCOCK%20COUNTY%20PORT%20%26%20HARBOR%20COMMISSION), [Kiln, MS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MS/Kiln), built 1976, S/N 17266835
- [N1088U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1088U): [Western Wyoming Aviation Services LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WESTERN%20WYOMING%20AVIATION%20SERVICES%20LLC), [Pinedale, WY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WY/Pinedale), built 1976, S/N 17266837
- [N1089U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1089U): [Jkg LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JKG%20LLC), [Murfreesboro, TN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TN/Murfreesboro), built 1976, S/N 17266838
- [N108JM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N108JM): [Harris Kenneth L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HARRIS%20KENNETH%20L), [Greeley, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Greeley), built 1976, S/N 17266768
- [N1094U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1094U): [Brajnikoff Edward C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BRAJNIKOFF%20EDWARD%20C), [San Francisco, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/San%20Francisco), built 1976, S/N 17266843
- [N1095U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1095U): [Malahmeh Adel J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MALAHMEH%20ADEL%20J), [New Iberia, LA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/LA/New%20Iberia), S/N 17266844
- [N1096U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1096U): [Braten Randall O](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BRATEN%20RANDALL%20O), [Cody, WY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WY/Cody), built 1976, S/N 17266845
- [N1098U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1098U): [Kane Patrick](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KANE%20PATRICK), [Chicago, IL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IL/Chicago), built 1976, S/N 17266847
- [N1109U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1109U): [Sky Quest Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SKY%20QUEST%20INC), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 1976, S/N 17266849
- [N110AU](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N110AU): [Hernandez-Santiago Ruben A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HERNANDEZ-SANTIAGO%20RUBEN%20A), [Ponce, PR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PR/Ponce), built 1975, S/N 17265538
- [N110BX](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N110BX): [Ck Leasing Services LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CK%20LEASING%20SERVICES%20LLC), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 1974, S/N 17263746
- [N11115](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N11115): [Crist Steve](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CRIST%20STEVE), [Reno, NV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NV/Reno), S/N 17262410
- [N1115U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1115U): [Avian Leasing LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AVIAN%20LEASING%20LLC), [Bremerton, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Bremerton), built 1976, S/N 17266851
- [N1117U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1117U): [Bhp Aviation](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BHP%20AVIATION), [Santa Clara, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Santa%20Clara), built 1976, S/N 17266852
- [N111SA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N111SA): [111sa LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/111SA%20LLC), [Greeley, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Greeley), built 1972, S/N 17260937
- [N1128U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1128U): [Elw Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ELW%20INC), [Bonners Ferry, ID](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ID/Bonners%20Ferry), built 1976, S/N 17266857
- [N1129U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1129U): [Schroeder Herbert D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SCHROEDER%20HERBERT%20D), [Plano, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Plano), built 1976, S/N 17266858
- [N112AP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N112AP): [Aerospace Trust Management LLC Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AEROSPACE%20TRUST%20MANAGEMENT%20LLC%20TRUSTEE), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), S/N 17262038
- [N1130U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1130U): [Tc Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TC%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Denham Springs, LA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/LA/Denham%20Springs), S/N 17266859
- [N1133U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1133U): [Mustachio Donald](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MUSTACHIO%20DONALD), [East Stroudsburg, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/East%20Stroudsburg), built 1976, S/N 17266862
- [N1134U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1134U): [Wells William L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WELLS%20WILLIAM%20L), [Santa Cruz, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Santa%20Cruz), built 1976, S/N 17266863
- [N1137U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1137U): [Foscap Air LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FOSCAP%20AIR%20LLC), [Las Vegas, NV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NV/Las%20Vegas), built 1976, S/N 17266866
- [N1139U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1139U): [Fettig Peter J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FETTIG%20PETER%20J), [Bismarck, ND](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ND/Bismarck), built 1976, S/N 17266868
- [N113BA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N113BA): [Preston Richard R Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PRESTON%20RICHARD%20R%20TRUSTEE), [Albuquerque, NM](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NM/Albuquerque), built 1975, S/N 17266046
- [N113DR](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N113DR): [California In Nice Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CALIFORNIA%20IN%20NICE%20INC), [San Jose, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/San%20Jose), built 1975, S/N 17265961
- [N113FS](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N113FS): [Hallahan Robert J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HALLAHAN%20ROBERT%20J), [Central Square, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Central%20Square), built 1974, S/N 17262996
- [N1141U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1141U): [Flight School Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FLIGHT%20SCHOOL%20INC), [Spring, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Spring), built 1976, S/N 17266870
- [N1165U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1165U): [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 1976, S/N 17266872
- [N116CR](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N116CR): [Conti Christine M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CONTI%20CHRISTINE%20M), [Plantation, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Plantation), built 1976, S/N 17266985
- [N1176U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1176U): [Plane Leasing LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PLANE%20LEASING%20LLC), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 1976, S/N 17266877
- [N1179U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1179U): [Badgerland Aero Club Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BADGERLAND%20AERO%20CLUB%20INC), [Fitchburg, WI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WI/Fitchburg), built 1976, S/N 17266880
- [N1180U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1180U): [Aom Aircraft LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AOM%20AIRCRAFT%20LLC), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), S/N 17266881
- [N1181U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1181U): [404 Ltd](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/404%20LTD), [Pulaski, WI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WI/Pulaski), built 1976, S/N 17266882

All 3,574: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-172m/aircraft.md

## STCs approved for it (500, 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 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 SA00622DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00622DE): Installation of John Deere AGRI Services, Inc. JD3 Aerial Imaging System,. Aeroptic LLC
- [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
- [STC SA00709LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00709LA): Installation of control wheel. Includes provisions only for a push-to-talk (PTT) switch. Separate FAA approval of PTT switch is required.. Trevor Burward-Hoy

All 500: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-172m/stcs.md

## NTSB investigations (1,733, 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 CEN26LA322](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN26LA322), Sep 16, 2026: Cessna 172M (N9909Q), Hanover, IN, substantial damage, investigation ongoing
- [NTSB CEN26LA301](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN26LA301), Aug 24, 2026: Cessna 172M (N9254H), Frankston, TX, substantial damage, investigation ongoing
- [NTSB WPR26LA285](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR26LA285), Jul 31, 2026: Cessna 172 (N9650V), Layton, UT, substantial damage, investigation ongoing
- [NTSB ERA26LA255](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA26LA255), Jun 30, 2026: Cessna 172M (N6814H), Lafayette, TN, substantial damage. Probable cause: The passenger’s abrupt manipulation of the flight controls during takeoff, which resulted in a loss of directional control and collision with a fence.
- [NTSB ERA26LA186](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA26LA186), Apr 22, 2026: Cessna 172M (N868SA), Crystal River, FL, substantial damage, investigation ongoing
- [NTSB ERA26LA159](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA26LA159), Apr 5, 2026: Cessna 172M (N61972), Lakeland, FL, substantial damage, investigation ongoing
- [NTSB CEN26LA138](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN26LA138), Mar 9, 2026: Cessna 172M (N61761), Solon Springs, WI, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s loss of directional control during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with terrain.
- [NTSB WPR26LA102](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR26LA102), Feb 5, 2026: Cessna 172M (N4464R), Nampa, ID, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to verify that the seat locking pins were fully engaged before takeoff, which allowed the seat to slide aft during the takeoff roll and resulted in a loss of directional control.
- [NTSB ANC26LA008](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC26LA008), Dec 13, 2025: Cessna 172M (N20305), Palmer, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
- [NTSB ERA26LA062](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA26LA062), Dec 7, 2025: Cessna 172 (N6542H), Pensacola, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s exceedance of the critical angle of attack during initial climb which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
- [NTSB WPR26FA043](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR26FA043), Nov 10, 2025: Cessna 172M (N13221), Poleta, CA, substantial damage, 2 fatal, investigation ongoing
- [NTSB CEN26LA035](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN26LA035), Nov 5, 2025: Cessna 172 (N9490H), Grantsburg, WI, substantial damage. Probable cause: The collision with a white-tail deer during the landing in dark night visual conditions.
- [NTSB ERA26LA007](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA26LA007), Oct 7, 2025: Cessna 172 (N433PT), Miami, FL, substantial damage, investigation ongoing
- [NTSB ERA26LA016](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA26LA016), Oct 3, 2025: Cessna 172 (N64203), Bluffton, OH, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing.
- [NTSB WPR25FA268](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR25FA268), Aug 31, 2025: Cessna 172M (N61657), Fort Morgan, CO, destroyed, 1 fatal, investigation ongoing
- [NTSB CEN25LA355](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN25LA355), Aug 27, 2025: Cessna 172M (N92356), Lubbock, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s mismanagement of available fuel, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.
- [NTSB WPR25LA296](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR25LA296), Aug 19, 2025: Cessna 172M (N20490), Albany, OR, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s improper landing flare and subsequent improper recovery from a bounced landing.
- [NTSB CEN25LA230](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN25LA230), Jun 28, 2025: Cessna 172 (N1591V), Wichita, KS, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff that resulted in a runway excursion.
- [NTSB ANC25LA023](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC25LA023), Mar 10, 2025: Cessna 172 (N5375R), Cantwell, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain altitude during a low-altitude maneuver which resulted in inadvertent ground contact and a nose over.
- [NTSB ANC25LA020](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC25LA020), Feb 20, 2025: Cessna 172M (N19867), Kapolei, HI, substantial damage. Probable cause: The flight instructor’s failure to avoid wake turbulence from a heavy airplane departing from a parallel runway, which resulted in a loss of airplane control during initial climb after a touch-and-go…
- [NTSB ERA25LA081](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA25LA081), Dec 19, 2024: Cessna 172 (N12194), Lakewood, NJ, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s delay in performing a go-around, which resulted in a collision with trees at the end of the runway.
- [NTSB ERA25LA092](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA25LA092), Dec 14, 2024: Cessna 172M (N9137H), Englishtown, NJ, substantial damage. Probable cause: The high wing airplane flight crew’s failure to maintain directional control while taxiing, which resulted in a collision with the stationary low wing airplane.
- [NTSB WPR25LA061](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR25LA061), Dec 13, 2024: Cessna 172M (N6750H), Gig Harbor, WA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during a touch-and-go.
- [NTSB ERA25LA031](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA25LA031), Oct 8, 2024: Cessna 172 (N640MG), Louisville, KY, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s improper landing flare and control inputs, which resulted in a hard landing. Contributing was the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action.
- [NTSB CEN24LA366](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN24LA366), Sep 20, 2024: Cessna 172M (N73154), Ackerman, MS, substantial damage. Probable cause: The excessive airplane speed during a no-flap landing, and the pilot’s failure to attain a proper touchdown point, which resulted in a runway overrun. Contributing to the accident was the…
- [NTSB ERA24LA348](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24LA348), Aug 16, 2024: Cessna 172 (N61859), Orlando, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during while landing with a crosswind. Contributing was the instructor’s delayed remedial action.
- [NTSB ERA24LA270](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24LA270), Jun 20, 2024: Cessna 172 (N72CM), Hernando, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s inadvertent throttle input during landing which resulted in a runway overrun.
- [NTSB CEN24LA178](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN24LA178), May 8, 2024: Cessna 172M (N69PW), Midland, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during a go-around in a gusting crosswind, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and collision with terrain. Contributing to the accident was the…
- [NTSB CEN24LA174](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN24LA174), May 2, 2024: Cessna 172M (N20095), West Chicago, IL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The flight instructor’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during an encounter with wind while holding short of the runway.
- [NTSB ERA24LA204](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24LA204), May 1, 2024: Cessna 172M (N1377U), Westminster, MD, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to attain a proper touchdown point during a simulated loss of engine power approach, which resulted in a hard landing short of the runway. Also causal was the flight instructor’s…
- [NTSB CEN24LA168](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN24LA168), Apr 29, 2024: Cessna 172M (N12805), Clearbrook, MN, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s delayed use of carburetor heat which resulted in the loss of engine power due to carburetor icing.
- [NTSB ERA24LA181](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24LA181), Apr 15, 2024: Cessna 172M (N73605), Shelbyville, TN, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot’s improper recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in a loss of directional control and subsequent runway excursion.
- [NTSB ERA24LA135](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24LA135), Mar 9, 2024: Cessna 172 (N5171H), Homestead, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: A loss of engine power due to carburetor ice as a result of the pilot’s failure to use carburetor heat in conditions conducive to the formation of carburetor ice.
- [NTSB ERA24LA114](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24LA114), Feb 16, 2024: Cessna 172M (N9160H), Brookwood, AL, substantial damage, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to see and avoid powerlines while maneuvering at low altitude.
- [NTSB CEN24LA072](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN24LA072), Dec 19, 2023: Cessna 172M (N46056), Red Lake, MN, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s inadequate landing surface evaluation and failure to stop the airplane on the frozen lake, which resulted the airplane continuing into a crack in the ice.
- [NTSB ERA24LA062](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24LA062), Dec 8, 2023: Cessna 172M (N955PT), Miami, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The business jet flight crew’s failure to appropriately position their airplane to mitigate the impact of their extended duration, high-power engine run, and their failure to adequately communicate…
- [NTSB ERA24LA030](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24LA030), Oct 31, 2023: Cessna 172 (N140FS), Pembroke Pines, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s loss of airplane control and descent into terrain due to spatial disorientation during a solo night cross country flight. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s self-reported…
- [NTSB ERA23LA375](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA23LA375), Sep 18, 2023: Cessna 172 (N1451U), Winston-Salem, NC, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s loss of directional control upon landing which resulted in substantial damage to the left wing and left horizontal stabilizer.
- [NTSB WPR23LA325](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR23LA325), Aug 25, 2023: Cessna 172M (N4432R), Carson City, NV, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain aircraft control during an aborted landing in gusting wind conditions.
- [NTSB WPR23LA315](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR23LA315), Aug 10, 2023: Cessna 172M (N20268), Marysville, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The flight instructor’s failure to monitor the airplane’s speed during a high-speed taxi, resulting in a runway excursion.
- [NTSB ERA23LA328](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA23LA328), Aug 4, 2023: Cessna 172 (N13384), Charlotte Amalie, CB, destroyed, 2 fatal. Probable cause: The pilots’ loss of airplane control due to spatial disorientation. Contributing to the accident was both pilots’ lack of experience in operating in actual instrument meteorological conditions.
- [NTSB ERA23LA271](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA23LA271), Jun 18, 2023: Cessna 172 (N12395), Seymore, TN, substantial damage. Probable cause: The flight instructor’s failure to properly configure the wing flaps for a soft-field takeoff on a short runway, which resulted in a runway overrun and collision with trees.
- [NTSB CEN23LA154](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN23LA154), Apr 11, 2023: Cessna 172M (N1221U), Terrell, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing and the flight instructor’s delayed remedial response.
- [NTSB WPR23LA146](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR23LA146), Apr 1, 2023: Cessna 172M (N1399U), Santa Ana, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The flight instructor’s failure to maintain clearance from a commercial airliner which resulted in an encounter with wake turbulence and subsequent loss of control resulting in impact with terrain.
- [NTSB ERA23LA141](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA23LA141), Mar 7, 2023: Cessna 172M (N64535), Miami, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: A total loss of engine power due to a lack of oil lubrication.
- [NTSB WPR23LA135](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR23LA135), Jan 21, 2023: Cessna 172M (N92570), Skull Valley, AZ, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane while landing in a crosswind.
- [NTSB CEN23LA065](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN23LA065), Dec 15, 2022: Cessna 172M (N221MF), Denton, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from another airplane while taxing in the run-up area.
- [NTSB WPR23LA041](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR23LA041), Nov 18, 2022: Cessna 172M (N88E), Las Vegas, NV, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student helicopter pilot’s failure to follow the tower controller’s landing instructions, which resulted in a midair collision.
- [NTSB ERA23LA043](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA23LA043), Oct 27, 2022: Cessna 172M (N4349R), Roberta, GA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain a stabilized approach speed on landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with logs.
- [NTSB ERA23LA036](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA23LA036), Oct 21, 2022: Cessna 172 (N80619), Toughkenamon, PA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The solo student pilot's improper landing flare and subsequent improper recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in substantial damage to the airplane.

All 1,733: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-172m/ntsb.md

## FAA accident and incident reports (2,674, 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 20260901012399I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260901012399I), Sep 1, 2026: Cessna 172M (N64317), Tyonek, AK, Minor damage. The pilot was landing a Cessna 172 at Tyonek airport in VFR conditions. The aircraft had touched down and was rolling out when a young bull moose ran in front…
- [Accident 20260731011769A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260731011769A), Jul 31, 2026: Cessna 172M (N9650V), Odgen, UT, Substantial damage. During descent the instructor pilot and student report loss of engine power. The crew restarted engine which sputtered, did not make power and died. Wind gust…
- [Accident 20260630008709A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260630008709A), Jun 30, 2026: Cessna 172M (N6814H), Lafayette, TN, Substantial damage. Three people were onboard the aircraft. The certified flight instructor (CFI) was in the front right seat, a non-flying passenger was in the left seat and a…
- [Incident 20260618007369I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260618007369I), Jun 18, 2026: Cessna 172M (N1897V), Chandler, AZ, Minor damage. On June 18, 2026, at approximately 1109 MST, a Cessna 172 departed ryan field (kryn) on a cross-country flight to Chandler Municipal Airport (kchd). The…
- [Incident 20260524005269I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260524005269I), May 24, 2026: Cessna 172M (N80842), Augusta, GA, Minor damage. On may 24, 2026, at approximately 1500 local time, a student pilot was conducting solo traffic pattern operations in a [privacy data omitted], at Daniel Field…
- [Incident 20260505010749I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260505010749I), May 5, 2026: Cessna 172M (N20544), Walla Walla, WA, Minor damage. RH flap bound at 30 degrees during retraction while recovering from practice stall. Flap and inbd flap track were damaged.
- [Incident 20260420004819I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260420004819I), Apr 20, 2026: Cessna 172M (N5256H), Simpsonville, KY, No damage. The aircraft was being used by a student pilot and CFI for a cross country flight. The outbound portion of the flight was completed without incident. While…
- [Accident 20260405006239A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260405006239A), Apr 5, 2026: Cessna 172M (N61972), Lakeand, FL, Destroyed. CFII and I, were performing the 10 landings VFR at night at a towered airport for the commercial requirement for 61.129. On the 8th landing, we touched down. I…
- [Incident 20260402005619I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260402005619I), Apr 2, 2026: Cessna 172M (N5283R), Monroe, GA, Minor damage. The student pilot who had met all requirements to perform his first solo flight departed off of the runway during the landing phase due to excessive vertical…
- [Incident 20260310010819I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260310010819I), Mar 10, 2026: Cessna 172M (N13644), Charlottesville, VA, Minor damage. On March 10, 2026, at approximately 1600 (EDT), Cessna 172M aircraft was on final when a bird struck the left-wing leading edge approximately 2 feet from the…
- [Accident 20260309001319A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260309001319A), Mar 9, 2026: Cessna 172M (N61761), Solon Springs, WI, Substantial damage. Pilot approached the airport using a side slip to land. The aircraft bounced and the pilot could not regain control. Deciding there was insufficient distance…
- [Accident 20260224002349A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260224002349A), Feb 24, 2026: Cessna 172M (N30370), Monroe, GA, Substantial damage. On March 13, 2026, at approximately 1300 local time, I responded to the site to conduct an investigation of the reported occurrence involving the subject…
- [Incident 20260212002789I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260212002789I), Feb 12, 2026: Cessna 172M (N169HC), Pembroke Pines, FL, No damage. On feb 12, 2026 at approximately 0954, while landing at hwo on runway 28L, nxxxx had a left main gear brake failure which resulted in a runway excursion. No…
- [Accident 20260205000909A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260205000909A), Feb 5, 2026: Cessna 172M (N4464R), Nampa, ID, Substantial damage. Pilot (a CFI) initiated takeoff from the aircraft right seat with intent to refresh his flying skills from that seat. When takeoff power was applied his seat…
- [Accident 20251212018429A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20251212018429A), Dec 12, 2025: Cessna 172M (N20305), Palmer, AK, Substantial damage. The pilot in command (PIC) was conducting take-off and landing training in preparation for a check ride. After departing from birchwood airport, the PIC made a…
- [Accident 20251207017839A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20251207017839A), Dec 7, 2025: Cessna 172M (N6542H), Pensacola, FL, Substantial damage. Pilot operated a C-172 on an IFR flight from lft to pns, to accumulate flight hours necessary to meet the cross country requirements for a commercial pilot…
- [Incident 20251111017529I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20251111017529I), Nov 11, 2025: Cessna 172M (N9002H), Anchorage, AK, Minor damage. The student pilot was conducting a return flight from a solo cross-country training flight. During touchdown rollout, the aircraft departed the left side of…
- [Accident 20251110018909A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20251110018909A), Nov 10, 2025: Cessna 172M (N13221), Bishop, CA, Substantial damage, 2 fatal. Aircraft took off from kbih to klas after taking on 10 gallons of fuel in the left wing at kbih for return trip to klas and tried to climb out of box canyon…
- [Accident 20251104016669A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20251104016669A), Nov 4, 2025: Cessna 172M (N9490H), Grantsburg, WI, Substantial damage. The PIC was on an IFR approach an hour past sunset. As the pilot flared to land, her right wing strobe light briefly illuminated a deer which was running from…
- [Incident 20251021017719I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20251021017719I), Oct 21, 2025: Cessna 172M (N20392), Naples, FL, Minor damage. The aircraft departed fort lauderdale executive airport (fxe) at approximately 0051 EDT en route to southwest Florida international airport (rsw). Due to a…
- [Accident 20251003016569A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20251003016569A), Oct 3, 2025: Cessna 172M (N64203), Bluffton, OH, Substantial damage. Student pilot 2nd solo. Aircraft bounced during landing rwy 23 on second touchdown damaged nose wheel resulting in firewall damage. Substancial damage. No…
- [Incident 20251003015219I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20251003015219I), Oct 3, 2025: Cessna 172M (N277SL), Lexington, NC, Minor damage. [privacy data omitted], (A ce- C172) was struck by jet blast from [privacy data omitted] (a CE-560XL) while taxiing at exx on 10/03/2025. [privacy data…
- [Accident 20250925017019A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250925017019A), Sep 25, 2025: Cessna 172M (N20675), San Diego, CA, Substantial damage. [privacy data omitted] Hard landing at Brown Field Municipal Airport (sdm) on runway 26L. On approach aircraft lost comm with tower, airport operations met…
- [Accident 20250831019862A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250831019862A), Aug 31, 2025: Cessna 172M (N61657), Fort Morgan, CO, Destroyed. At approximately 10:43AM local time at Fort Morgan Municipal Airport (kfmm) Cessna 172 and extra 300M collided while both were attempting to land on runway 14,…
- [Accident 20250826015259A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250826015259A), Aug 26, 2025: Cessna 172M (N92356), Lubbock, TX, Substantial damage. On August 26th 2025, a Cessna 172 crashed after taking off from Lubbock Preston international airport (lbb). Aircraft impacted the ground in a level atttide,…
- [Accident 20250818015019A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250818015019A), Aug 18, 2025: Cessna 172M (N20490), Albany, OR, Substantial damage. On August 18, 2025, between 1600-1720 PST, the pilot departed corvallis municipal airport (cvo) direct to Albany Municipal Airport (S12). While conducting…
- [Incident 20250711009719I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250711009719I), Jul 11, 2025: Cessna 172M (N555CV), Miami, FL, Minor damage. Student pilot returns from her first solo cross country and had a hard landing resulting in a bounce striking the propeller and damage to the nose wheel. She…
- [Incident 20250703007259I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250703007259I), Jul 3, 2025: Cessna 172M (N19859), Yakima, WA, Minor damage. While evaluating a student pilot conduct a short field approach and landing, the student pilot landed prior to the runway threshold resulting in the aircraft…
- [Accident 20250628008469A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250628008469A), Jun 28, 2025: Cessna 172M (N1591V), Wichita, KS, Substantial damage. Student pilot conducting landings on first solo flight at Wichita Dwight d. Eisenhower (ict). During second takeoff roll pilot experinced a hard pull to the…
- [Incident 20250530006109I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250530006109I), May 30, 2025: Cessna 172M (N9698V), Burlington, VT, Minor damage. Pilots (CFI and student) reported to chief flight instructor that while practicing pattern work and climbing out from a touch and go, they struck a seagull at…
- [Incident 20250522008839I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250522008839I), May 22, 2025: Cessna 172M (N12933), St.Petersburg, FL, Minor damage. Student pilot was flying the aircraft. Upon the landing the incorrect rudder and aileron inputs were established. The flight instructor corrected the incorrect…
- [Incident 20250508006729I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250508006729I), May 8, 2025: Cessna 172M (N9666V), Elko, NV, No damage. On may 8th, 2025 mishap pilot departed keko in [privacy data omitted]. Mishap pilot noticed no abnormalities upon runup or initial takeoff. After takeoff…
- [Incident 20250430005172I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250430005172I), Apr 30, 2025: Cessna 172M (N80619), Lakeville, MN, Minor damage. The incident occurred at 1359 on April 30, 2025 when two Cessna 172S, [privacy data omitted], taxied after landing. The second aircraft (#2) was rented by the…
- [Incident 20250422007239I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250422007239I), Apr 22, 2025: Cessna 172M (N50291), College Station, TX, Minor damage. Aircraft was on the downwind for an approach to the runway when large turkey vulture flew up in front of the aircraft from below. Bird contacted the upper part…
- [Incident 20250409003299I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250409003299I), Apr 9, 2025: Cessna 172M (N9632H), Middle River, MD, Minor damage. On approach 4 miles north of the airport at 1500 feet the aircraft struck a bird, which dented the left side of the lower engine cowling. The aircraft landed…
- [Incident 20250326003059I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250326003059I), Mar 26, 2025: Cessna 172M (N73010), Tamiami, FL, Minor damage. After landing, the aircraft veered left, and the pilot corrected with right yoke input, briefly suspecting a wingtip strike. After exiting at E3 and completing…
- [Incident 20250313001399I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250313001399I), Mar 13, 2025: Cessna 172M (N1379U), Butler, PA, Minor damage. The student pilot was completing a solo cross-country lesson. The route of flight was kbtp-kgkj-29D-kbtp. The incident took place at kbtp airport on runway 26.…
- [Accident 20250310002359A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250310002359A), Mar 10, 2025: Cessna 172M (N5375R), Cantwell, AK, Substantial damage. PIC left fairbanks bound for talkeetna. While flying thru broad bass decided to look at the Summit Airport runway (past). First pass over the runway was off to…
- [Incident 20250228001769I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250228001769I), Feb 28, 2025: Cessna 172M (N12138), Birchwood, AK, Minor damage. Incident pilot stated she was departing runway 20R when she lost control of the aircraft and veered off of the left side of the runway, crossed a taxiway,…
- [Accident 20250220003249A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250220003249A), Feb 20, 2025: Cessna 172M (N19867), Kapolei, HI, Substantial damage. On feb 20, 2025 about 1110 local time, a Cessna 172M, was substantially damaged when it was involved with an accident at the Kalaeloa airfield (jrf) due to…
- [Incident 20250206001889I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250206001889I), Feb 6, 2025: Cessna 172M (N71409), Shiloh, NC, Minor damage. Airplane had a deer strike; it was nighttime the airplane was occupied by an instructor and an student. Airplane did not have any significant damage. The deer…
- [Incident 20250205001159I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250205001159I), Feb 5, 2025: Cessna 172M (N914Z), Naples, FL, Minor damage. Part 65/91 operation Cessna 172M with one pilot and no passengers. Pilot of aircraft experienced jet blast while taxiing behind a departing Cessna citation…
- [Incident 20250125000279I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250125000279I), Jan 25, 2025: Cessna 172M (N80213), Fort Lauderdale, FL, No damage. Student pilot and CFI performing maneuvers when engine started run ruff, flight crew decided to land on a dirt road in the everglade 14 miles west of opf. No…
- [Incident 20241219021779I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20241219021779I), Dec 19, 2024: Cessna 172M (N10446), Georgetown, DE, Minor damage. An airman performed a preflight inspection on a Cessna 172 in a hangar to avoid exposure to outside cold temperatures. The airman pulled the aircraft out of…
- [Accident 20241219018619A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20241219018619A), Dec 19, 2024: Cessna 172M (N12194), Lakewood, NJ, Substantial damage. A private pilot with two passengers was returning to Lakewood Airport (N12) after flying in the local area. On his first approach to runway 24, the pilot…
- [Incident 20241218018879I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20241218018879I), Dec 18, 2024: Cessna 172M (N5055H), Kahului, HI, Minor damage. PIC was performing touch and go activities during flight instruction with student pilot. Noticed flap indicated in the down position and could not retract.…
- [Accident 20241214021502A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20241214021502A), Dec 14, 2024: Cessna 172M (N9137H), Old Bridge, NJ, Substantial damage. On 12/14/2024 aircraft one with an instructor/ PIC and a student on board began taxiing from the fuel station to runway 6 for takeoff. While taxiing, airplane…
- [Accident 20241213018779A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20241213018779A), Dec 13, 2024: Cessna 172M (N6750H), Gig Harbor, WA, Substantial damage. During the student's initial solo flight, the aircraft sustained substantial damage during the second touch and go landing. The student landed left of the…
- [Incident 20241112019439I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20241112019439I), Nov 12, 2024: Cessna 172M (N13275), Denison, TX, No damage. Student stated when on final, he was stable but slightly right of centerline. Student saw no need for a go around at this point. Upon touchdown and subsequent…
- [Incident 20241029016809I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20241029016809I), Oct 29, 2024: Cessna 172M (N20073), Tobyhanna, PA, No damage. While on descent to land, pilot reported navigation system dimming and small amount of smoke in cabin. Pilot turned off autopilot, avionics and battery master…

All 2,674: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-172m/incidents.md

## Service difficulty reports (589, newest 50)

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

- [SDR 2026FA0000593](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000593), Jul 8, 2026: IMPULSE COUPLING. SHEARED. AIRCRAFT REPORTED TO BE HARD TO START OVER MULTIPLE STARTS. DURING 100HR INSPECTION REMOVED LEFT MAGNETO P/N 4371 AND DISASSEMBLED FOR INSPECTION. DURING INSPEC
- [SDR 2026FA0000386](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000386), May 15, 2026: STIFFENER. SHEARED. FLAP TRACK STIFFENERS THAT KEEP THE FLAP TRACKS STRAIGHT AND TRUE WERE FOUND TO BE SHEARED OFF AND/OR CRACKED.
- [SDR 2026FA0000336](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000336), May 7, 2026: STIFFENER. SHEARED. FLAP TRACK STIFFENERS THAT KEEP THE FLAP TRACKS STRAIGHT AND TRUE WERE FOUND TO BE SHEARED OFF AND/OR CRACKED.
- [SDR 2026FA0000349](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000349), May 5, 2026: FLAP TRACK. BINDING. DURING STALL TRAINING WITH FLAPS EXTENDED FULL, RECOVERED FROM STALL ATTEMPTED TO RAISE FLAPS AND WOULD NOT RAISE. FOUND RH FLAP TO BE TWISTED AND BENT. RH INBD
- [SDR 2026FA0000253](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000253), Apr 6, 2026: BULKHEAD. CRACKED. FOUND FORWARD PROPELLER SPINNER BULKHEAD CRACKED AT 3 PROPELLER BOLT HOLES. 428.3 HOURS ON PART. WAS REPLACED PRIOR ON APR 21, 2025. PROPELLER WAS BALANCED ON 1
- [SDR 2026FA0000214](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000214), Mar 25, 2026: BUSHING SLEEVE. MIGRATED. FOUND BRONZE PARTICLES IN FULL FLOW FILTER AT INSPECTION. TRACED TO MIGRATING CONNECTING ROD BUSHINGS ON ALL 4 RODS
- [SDR 2026FA0000201](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000201), Mar 20, 2026: IMPULSE COUPLING. DEFECTIVE. MAGNETO PULLED DURING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE TO CHECK FOR THE PRESENCE OF A CHAMPION MANUFACTURED IMPULSE COUPLING. ONE WAS FOUND INSTALLED AND THUS REMOVED FOR RE
- [SDR 2026FA0000159](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000159), Mar 5, 2026: CYLINDER. CRACKED. POSITION # 1 &2 CYLINDER EXHAUST PORT CRACK FROM THE INBOARD EXHAUST STUD EXTENDING TO THE BACK OF THE PORT. CRACK VISIBLE THROUGH THE FINS. SUPERIOR CYLINDERS 
- [SDR 2025FA0000723](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2025FA0000723), Oct 17, 2025: SUMP. BROKEN. STATIC CONDENSATION BULB P/N S-1258-1 FOUND SEPARATED FROM AN 1/8 PIPE BY PIPE 90 DEGREE FITTING. THESE CONDENSATION BULBS ARE OF VERY CHEAP PLASTIC AND ARE FAM
- [SDR 2025FA0000666](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2025FA0000666), Sep 28, 2025: WIRE HARNESS. CHAFED. THE BATTERY BOX FOR THE LEAD ACID BATTERY INTERFERES WITH THE LEFT MAGNETO HARNESS AND CHAFES THE HARNESS LEADS OVER TIME. THE INBOARD , FORWARD CORNER IS THE P
- [SDR 2026FA0000181](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000181), Aug 19, 2025: BULKHEAD. CRACKED. FOUND SPINNER BULKHEAD CRACKED 273 HRS. REPLACED BULKHEAD WITH NEW P/N: 0550321-4
- [SDR 2025FA0000427](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2025FA0000427), Jun 26, 2025: FLAPPER VALVE. CRACKED. ON APPROACH CARBURETOR HEAT WAS APPLIED AND THE ENGINE IMMEDIATELY LOST POWER BUT DID NOT STOP RUNNING. THE PILOT ATTEMPTED TO DE-SELECT THE CARBURETOR HEAT AND
- [SDR 2026FA0000180](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000180), Apr 17, 2025: BULKHEAD. CRACKED. DURING A FLEET WIDE SAFETY STAND DOWN. REMOVED SPINNER TO INSPECT FRONT PROPELLER BULKHEAD FOR CRACKS. FOUND CRACKS AT BOLT HOLES
- [SDR 2025FA0000096](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2025FA0000096), Feb 8, 2025: THROTTLE CONTROL. LOOSE. ACFT RETURNED TO BASE DUE TO VIBRATION AT 300FT ON 2/8/25. PILOT REPORTED ENGINE STARTED SHAKING SIGNIFICANTLY. HE PULLED CARB HEAT HOT SAW NO CHANGE. TOLD TOWE
- [SDR 2024FA0000599](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2024FA0000599), Aug 13, 2024: CASE HALF. WORN. REMOVED AND REPLACED RH MAGNETO DUE TO 500 HOUR OVERHAUL LIMIT. NEW MAGNETO INSTALLED FOR 78.2 HOURS BEFORE A FLIGHT WAS CANCELLED DUE TO EXCESSIVE VIBRATION AN
- [SDR 2024FA0000258](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2024FA0000258), Mar 26, 2024: CRANKSHAFT. CRACKED. TOTAL INTERNAL CRANKSHAFT FAILURE AT CHEEK BETWEEN #3 AND #4 CONNECTING ROD JOURNALS CAUSING CRANKCASE TO COMPLETELY SEPARATE IN THE CENTER. CRACK APPEARS TO HA
- [SDR 2023FA0000751](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000751), Nov 9, 2023: PUSHROD. DAMAGED. DURING INSPECTION FOR ROUGH RUNNING ENGINE, PERFORMED SB388C (EXHAUST VALVE GUIDE INSPECTION) & FOUND 3EA ROCKER ARMS P/N 17F19357 & 3EA PUSH RODS P/N 15F19957-
- [SDR 2023FA0000613](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000613), Oct 19, 2023: ROCKER. DAMAGED. LYCOMING FACTORY OVERHAULED O-320-D2J, S/N L-17060-39E. DURING ROUTINE MX, SB388C (EXHAUST VALVE GUIDE INSP.) FOUND 4EA PUSH RODS P/N 15F28835-10, 2EA PUSH RODS
- [SDR 2023FA0000602](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000602), Oct 18, 2023: ROCKER. DAMAGED. LYCOMING FACTORY REBUILT - O-320-D2J, S/N RL-20892-39E. DURING ROUTINE MX. SB388C (EXHAUST VALVE GUIDE INSPECTION) FOUND 3EA HYDRUALIC TAPPETS P/N 15B21319, 3EA
- [SDR 2023FA0000539](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000539), Sep 14, 2023: ROCKER. DAMAGED. LYCOMING FACTORY REBUILT O-320-D2J, S/N RL-20764-39E. DURING ROUTINE MX, SB388C (EXHAUST VALVE GUIDE INSPECTION) FOUND 7EA ROCKER ARMS P/N 17F19357, 1 EA PUSH R
- [SDR 2023FA0000467](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000467), Aug 25, 2023: ROCKER. DAMAGED. LYCOMING FACTORY REBUILT O-320-D2J, TSN / TT: 2089.1. DURING ROUTINE MX, LYCOMING SB388C (EXHAUST VALVE GUIDE INSPECTION) FOUND 6EA VALVE PUSH RODS P/N 15F28835
- [SDR 2023FA0000358](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000358), Jul 7, 2023: UNKNOWN. UNKNOWN. BROKEN- CRACKED
- [SDR 2023FA0000311](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000311), Jun 12, 2023: OIL SYSTEM. LEAKING. TEST, TEST, TEST: N5171H, C172, DECLARED AN EMERGENCY DUE TO SMOKE IN THE COCKPIT AND LANDED WITHOUT INCIDENT. 01/24/2023 1705Z///// MAINTENANCE FOUND THAT OIL 
- [SDR 2023FA0000620](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000620), May 10, 2023: CYLINDER. DAMAGED. NUMBER 5 CYLINDER EXHAUST VALVE BROKE AT THE VALVE STEAM KEEPER. THE BRAKE WAS A CLEAN BRAKE, PICTURES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST. THE CYLINDER WAS COMPLETELY DESTROY
- [SDR 2023FA0000097](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000097), Feb 22, 2023: BATTERY PACK. MISMANUFACTURED. A NEW ARTEX ELT WITH A NEW BATTERY WAS INSTALLED IN THE AIRCRAFT ON 8/16 AND THE BATTERY PACK LABEL HAD A MANUFACTURE DATE OF 5/16 AND AN EXPIRATION DATE OF 10/
- [SDR 2023FA0000066](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000066), Feb 6, 2023: CRANKSHAFT. CORRODED. SIGNIFICANT CORROSION WAS FOUND ON THE INTERIOR OF THE CRANKSHAFT NEAR THE PROPELLER FLANGE, JUST BEHIND THE SHAFT PLUG. THIS AREA IS REGULARLY INSPECTED IF THE
- [SDR 2023FA0000086](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000086), Jan 24, 2023: OIL SYSTEM. LEAKING. N5171H, C172, DECLARED AN EMERGENCY DUE TO SMOKE IN THE COCKPIT AND LANDED WITHOUT INCIDENT. 01/24/2023 1705Z///// MAINTENANCE FOUND THAT OIL CAME OUT OF THE OI
- [SDR 2022FA0000272](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2022FA0000272), May 22, 2022: COWL FASTENER. BROKEN. I DO NOT KNOW IF I OR THE MANUFACTURER NEED TO REPORT THIS. I BOUGHT A FEW COWLING FASTENERS AND THEY ALL FAILED WITHIN 30 HOURS OF INSTALLATION. FEB 2022 I BOU
- [SDR 2020FA0000318](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2020FA0000318), Jun 30, 2020: CYLINDER. SEPARATED. INSPECTION OF THE ENGINE FOUND FORWARD RIGHT CYLINDER SPLIT MIDWAY IN TWO SECTIONS EXPOSING PISTON AND COMBUSTION CHAMBER LEAVING 1 /1/2 INCH. ROCKER ARM TUBES 
- [SDR 3WF2020F00000](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/3WF2020F00000), Nov 2, 2019: DRIVE ASSY. CRACKED. DURING FLIGHT THE LEFT FLAP WAS RETRACTED AFTER A LANDING AND TAKEOFF. UP WIND THE STUDENT ADVISED HIS INSTRUCTOR THAT HE WAS HAVING CONTROL ISSUES. THE INSTRUC
- [SDR CA190808002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA190808002), Jul 31, 2019: IMPULSE COUPLING. FAILED. (CAN) DURING PRE-TAKEOFF GROUND RUN THE PILOT REPORTED A "DEAD RH MAG". MAINTENANCE INSPECTED THE AIRCRAFT AND FOUND THE IMPULSE COUPLING ON THE RH MAGNETO HAD 
- [SDR CA190731031](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA190731031), Jul 31, 2019: LOCK NUT. UNDERTORQUED. (CAN) CREAKING NOISE REPORTED FROM TAIL OF AIRCRAFT. MAINTENANCE NOTED THAT THE TORQUE ON THE NAS679 LOCK NUTS AS USED BY CESSNA ON THE HORIZONTAL STABILIZER WE
- [SDR CA190731029](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA190731029), Jul 22, 2019: CIRCUIT BREAKER. FAILED. (CAN) THE AVIONICS WERE REPORTED TO BE UNSERVICEABLE. THE AVIONICS MASTER CIRCUIT BREAKER SWITCH WAS FOUND TO BE IN A `NEUTRAL` POSITION AND WHEN POSITIONED TO 
- [SDR 2019FA0000221](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2019FA0000221), Jul 11, 2019: TUBE. FAILED. INSTALLED 600 X 6 MAIN GEAR TUBES IN JAN 2019 AND AT THE FIRST 100 HOUR I ROTATED TIRES AND UPON ROTATING THE TUBES AND AIRING UP TIRES BOTH TUBES FAILED AT THE
- [SDR 2019FA0000193](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2019FA0000193), Jun 25, 2019: BOLT. BROKEN. RIGHT HAND MAIN LANDING GEAR BOLT, PN S3461-108, WAS FOUND BROKEN DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION. DUE TO THE BOLT BEING BROKEN, THE LANDING GEAR WAS ABLE TO MOVE IN T
- [SDR CA190618012](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA190618012), Jun 13, 2019: STRUCTURE. FAILED. (CAN) C XXXX FLAP RETRACTION INCIDENT REPORT 14 JUNE 2019 OCCURRENCE DATE: 12 JUNE 2019 CALLED TO EXAMINE AIRCRAFT AS PARKED ON TAXIWAY IN FRONT OF HANGAR FOLLO
- [SDR CA190325013](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA190325013), Mar 21, 2019: MAGNETO. MALFUNCTIONED. (CAN) WHILE PERFORMING PRE-FLIGHT ENGINE RUN UP, WHEN RIGHT MAGNETO WAS SELECTED, THE ENGINE BEGAN TO RUN VERY ROUGH ALMOST TO THE POINT OF STOPPING. THE AIRCRA
- [SDR CA190325012](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA190325012), Mar 21, 2019: MAGNETO. MALFUNCTIONED. (CAN) WHILE PERFORMING PRE-FLIGHT ENGINE RUN UP, WHEN RIGHT MAGNETO WAS SELECTED, THE ENGINE BEGAN TO RUN VERY ROUGH ALMOST TO THE POINT OF STOPPING. THE AIRCRA
- [SDR 2020FA0000066](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2020FA0000066), Dec 11, 2018: CYLINDER HEAD. CRACKED. APPROXIMATELY 2 INCH RADIAL CRACK IN CYLINDER HEAD ADJACENT TO AND OUTSIDE OF THE INTAKE VALVE. EXTERNAL EVIDENCE OF EXHAUST GASSES ESCAPING FROM CRACK WAS PRES
- [SDR 2020FA0000072](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2020FA0000072), Nov 13, 2018: CYLINDER HEAD. CRACKED. APPROXIMATE 1.5 INCH RADIAL CRACK IN CYLINDER HEAD ADJACENT TO AND OUTSIDE OF THE INTAKE VALVE. EXTERNAL EVIDENCE OF EXHAUST GASSES ESCAPING FROM CRACK WAS PRES
- [SDR CA180925011](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA180925011), Sep 21, 2018: IMPULSE COUPLING. LOOSE. (CAN) DURING FIRST 500 HOUR INSPECTION ON THE MAGNETO THE RIVETS ON THE IMPULSE COUPLING WERE FOUND TO BE LOOSE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND THE IMPULSE 
- [SDR 2020FA0000071](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2020FA0000071), Mar 9, 2018: CYLINDER HEAD. CRACKED. APPROXIMATELY 2 INCH RADIAL CRACK IN CYLINDER HEAD ADJACENT TO AND OUTSIDE OF THE INTAKE VALVE. EXTERNAL EVIDENCE OF EXHAUST GASSES ESCAPING FROM CRACK WAS PRES
- [SDR 2018FA0000001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2018FA0000001), Jan 3, 2018: ENGINE. POWER LOSS. MOMENTARY 200 RPM DROP DURING CRUISE. MADE PRECAUTIONARY LANDING, PERFORMED ENGINE RUN UPS AND COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE MALFUNCTION.
- [SDR 2017FA0000491](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2017FA0000491), Sep 14, 2017: CONNECTING ROD. MISINSTALLED. DURING INSPECTION OF CONNECTING RODS FOR AD2017-16-11, MSB 632B, AN CONNECTING ROD BOLT WAS FOUND WITH INSUFFICIENT THREADS TO HOLD THE CONNECTING ROD TOGETHER.
- [SDR 2017FA0000347](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2017FA0000347), Aug 4, 2017: G SWITCH. NO TEST. ELT FAILED TEST OF THE INTERNAL G-WITCH. ELT WOULD NOT SWITCH FROM STANDBY TO ACTIVATE DURING TEST. OPERATIONAL CHECK OF ELT IN ON POSITION GOOD.
- [SDR 2017FA0000284](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2017FA0000284), Jul 8, 2017: SEAT. FAILED. DURING THE PILOT'S GROUND PREFLIGHT, THE PILOT SEAT (ADJUSTABLE HEIGHT AND BACK SUPPORT ANGLE) WAS ADJUSTED FOR CONFIGURATION. THE BACK SUPPORT PORTION OF PILOT
- [SDR 2017FA0000026](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2017FA0000026), Dec 28, 2016: PROCESSOR. BURNED OUT. PILOT EXPERIENCED AN ELECTRICAL BURNING ODOR DURING FLIGHT. THE ODOR ORIENTED IN THE VICINITY OF THE CAMERA SYSTEM'S COMPUTER. PILOT DISENGAGED THE CIRCUIT BREA
- [SDR 2016FA0000361](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2016FA0000361), Jul 28, 2016: THROTTLE ARM. LOOSE. AFTER ABOUT 15 MINUTES OF CONDUCTING A CURRENCY FLIGHT, THE PILOT WAS TURNING BASE LEG FOR RUNWAY 10, THE PILOT TRIED TO REDUCE THE POWER AND DISCOVERED THAT TH
- [SDR 2016FA0000329](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2016FA0000329), Jul 13, 2016: BUTTERFLY VALVE. TORN. PILOT REPORTED LOSS OF RPM DURING TAKEOFF, DURING TROUBLESHOOTING IT WAS DISCOVERED RPM WOULD RETURN WHEN THE MIXTURE CONTROL WAS LEANED, INDICATING A RICH MIXT
- [SDR 2016FA0000370](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2016FA0000370), Jun 9, 2016: ROTOR. CRACKED. AIRCRAFT CAME INTO SHOP FOR ANNUAL INSPECTION AND PILOT MENTIONED THAT ON LAST FLIGHT HE HAD AROUND A 300 RPM DROP ON RT MAGNETO. PILOT LEANED MIXTURE AND PERFO

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