# Cessna 172S - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry codes: 2072439, 2072442 - Manufacturer (registry): CESSNA · CESSNA AIRCRAFT CO - Model: 172S - Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine - Category: Airplane - Engines: 1 · Reciprocating - Seats: 4 - Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb - Certification: Type certificated - Data sheet: [TCDS 3A12](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/3A12) (OpenAirDocs) - Holder: Textron Aviation Inc. - Registered aircraft: 1,915 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-172s Model codes come from the FAA registry's reference file. ADs are matched to them by model name and maker. The FAA lists this model under more than one registry code, usually for different spellings of the maker. This page covers them all. ## 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 2018-02-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-02-04): Exhaust Noise Suppressor · Aerospace Welding Minneapolis A1754001-23, A1754001-25, 172 and 3 more. Effective Feb 21, 2018 - [AD 2013-11-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-11-11): Engine Oil Pressure · Cessna 172R, 172S, 182S and 4 more. Effective Aug 1, 2013 - [AD 2013-03-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-03-15): Aircraft Fuel Distribution System · Cessna 172R and 172S. Effective Mar 19, 2013 - [AD 2012-22-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-22-01): Aircraft Fuel Distribution System · Cessna 172R and 172S. Effective Dec 28, 2012 - [AD 2012-02-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-02-02): Fuel · Cessna 172R and 172S. Effective Mar 13, 2012 - [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 2008-10-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-10-02): Part number identification placard · Cessna 172, 172R, 172RG and 64 more. Effective May 12, 2008 - [AD 2008-05-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-05-09): Crew seats · Cessna 172R, 172S, 182T and 3 more. Effective Apr 8, 2008 - [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 2007-08-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-08-03): Flexible fuel hoses · Cessna 172R, 172S, 182T and 3 more. Effective May 2, 2007 - [AD 2007-05-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-05-10): Steel lock rod/bar on both crew seat back cylinder lock assemblies · Cessna 172R, 172S, 182S and 4 more. Effective Apr 11, 2007 - [AD 2006-17-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-17-04): Flexible fuel hoses located in the engine compartment · Cessna 172R, 172S, 182T and 3 more. Effective Sep 1, 2006 - [AD 2005-13-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-13-10): Main electrical power junction box circuit breakers · Cessna 172R, 172S, 182T and 3 more. Effective Aug 9, 2005 - [AD 2005-05-53 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-05-53-R1): Flight control system · Cessna 172R, 172S, 182T and 1 more. Effective Mar 21, 2005 - [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 2004-15-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-15-18): Honeywell KAP 140 Autopilot Computer System · Cessna 172R, 172S, 182S and 4 more. Effective Sep 12, 2004 - [AD 2001-06-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-06-17): Engine Idle Speed and Fuel Control Mixture Setting · Cessna 172R and 172S. Effective Apr 20, 2001 - [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 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 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 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 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 2008-03-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-03-02) (historical): Fuel return line assembly · Cessna 172R and 172S. Effective Mar 6, 2008 - [AD 2005-05-53](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-05-53) (historical): Flight Control System · 172R, 172S, 182T and 1 more - [AD 2003-24-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-24-13) (historical): Honeywell KAP 140 autopilot computer system · 172R, 172S, 182S and 4 more. Effective Jan 20, 2004 - [AD 2000-04-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-04-01) (historical): Oil Pressure Switch · Cessna 172R, 172S, 182S and 2 more. Effective Mar 11, 2000 ## Information bulletins (advisory) (21) - [SAIB CE-19-01 R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-19-01%20R1): Engine Oil and Airplane Hour Meter; Pressure Switch Failure. Issued Dec 6, 2022 - [SAIB CE-19-01](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-19-01) (historical): Engine Oil and Airplane Hour Meter; Pressure Switch Failure. Issued Feb 12, 2019 - [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-12-02R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-12-02R1): Alternative Method of Compliance to Airworthiness Directive 2001-06-17. Issued Nov 13, 2014 - [SAIB CE-12-15](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-12-15): DC Power Distribution System - Avionics Master Switch. Issued Jan 30, 2012 - [SAIB CE-12-03](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-12-03): Fuel Control; Engine Performance with the Throttle Control at Idle. Issued Oct 26, 2011 - [SAIB CE-12-02](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-12-02) (historical): Alternative Method of Compliance to Airworthiness Directive 2001-06-17. Issued Oct 24, 2011 - [SAIB CE-11-37](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-11-37): Engine Oil: Oil Filter Interference. Issued May 31, 2011 - [SAIB CE-11-36](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-11-36): Flight Controls Frayed Aileron Cables. Issued May 31, 2011 - [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-09-12](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-09-12): Navigation: CRS/BARO Knob Interference in some G1000/G900X/G950 Installations. Issued Feb 11, 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 - [SAIB CE-06-46R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-06-46R1): . Issued Sep 18, 2006 - [SAIB CE-02-20](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-02-20): . Issued Mar 14, 2002 ## Registered aircraft (1,915, first 50) - [N10033](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N10033): [Thunderfighter LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/THUNDERFIGHTER%20LLC), [Englewood, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Englewood), S/N 172S9797 - [N1004E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1004E): [Unison Air LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/UNISON%20AIR%20LLC), [Palo Alto, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Palo%20Alto), built 2005, S/N 172S9872 - [N1006V](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1006V): [Lanier Equipment Leasing LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LANIER%20EQUIPMENT%20LEASING%20LLC), [Gainesville, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Gainesville), built 2005, S/N 172S9805 - [N100PM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N100PM): [Pegasus Air LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PEGASUS%20AIR%20LLC), [Louisville, KY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KY/Louisville), built 2004, S/N 172S9599 - [N101GV](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N101GV): [Windward West Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WINDWARD%20WEST%20INC), [Boise, ID](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ID/Boise), built 1998, S/N 172S8021 - [N101VK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N101VK): [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 1999, S/N 172S8211 - [N102KS](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N102KS): [Kent State University](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KENT%20STATE%20UNIVERSITY), [Stow, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Stow), built 2005, S/N 172S10091 - [N1033Y](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1033Y): [Southern Aircraft Consultancy Inc Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SOUTHERN%20AIRCRAFT%20CONSULTANCY%20INC%20TRUSTEE), [Casper, WY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WY/Casper), built 2007, S/N 172S10598 - [N1036M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1036M): [Mangon Aircraft Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MANGON%20AIRCRAFT%20INC), [Petaluma, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Petaluma), built 2007, S/N 172S10599 - [N103KF](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N103KF): [Csa Aircraft Leasing LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CSA%20AIRCRAFT%20LEASING%20LLC), [Salt Lake City, UT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/UT/Salt%20Lake%20City), built 1999, S/N 172S8143 - [N103KS](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N103KS): [Kent State University](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KENT%20STATE%20UNIVERSITY), [Stow, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Stow), built 2005, S/N 172S10093 - [N103VK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N103VK): [Cc Aviation Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CC%20AVIATION%20INC), [Tracy, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Tracy), built 2000, S/N 172S8532 - [N104ED](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N104ED): [Edwards Aero Club](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/EDWARDS%20AERO%20CLUB), [Edwards Afb, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Edwards%20Afb), built 2000, S/N 172S8484 - [N104FS](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N104FS): [Gibson Aviation Services LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GIBSON%20AVIATION%20SERVICES%20LLC), [Menomonie, WI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WI/Menomonie), built 1999, S/N 172S8253 - [N104JB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N104JB): [F2 Aviation & Marine Assets LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/F2%20AVIATION%20%26%20MARINE%20ASSETS%20LLC), [Solana Beach, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Solana%20Beach), built 2010, S/N 172S11023 - [N1053X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1053X): [Christiansen Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CHRISTIANSEN%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 2005, S/N 172S9809 - [N1057R](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1057R): [Anesthesia Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ANESTHESIA%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Leesburg, VA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/VA/Leesburg), built 2005, S/N 172S9814 - [N105AG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N105AG): [Atp Aircraft 1 LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ATP%20AIRCRAFT%201%20LLC), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 2012, S/N 172S11256 - [N105ED](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N105ED): [Edwards Aero Club](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/EDWARDS%20AERO%20CLUB), [Edwards Afb, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Edwards%20Afb), built 2000, S/N 172S8485 - [N105HF](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N105HF): [Heritage Asset Leasing LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HERITAGE%20ASSET%20LEASING%20LLC), [Ronkonkoma, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Ronkonkoma), S/N 172S8724 - [N105LU](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N105LU): [Lynn University](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LYNN%20UNIVERSITY), [Boca Raton, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Boca%20Raton), built 2005, S/N 172S9774 - [N10624](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N10624): [Daytona Aircraft Leasing LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DAYTONA%20AIRCRAFT%20LEASING%20LLC), [Daytona Beach, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Daytona%20Beach), built 2005, S/N 172S9825 - [N106ED](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N106ED): [Edwards Aero Club](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/EDWARDS%20AERO%20CLUB), [Edwards Afb, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Edwards%20Afb), built 2000, S/N 172S8486 - [N106ET](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N106ET): [Fairmont State University](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FAIRMONT%20STATE%20UNIVERSITY), [Fairmont, WV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WV/Fairmont), built 2000, S/N 172S8563 - [N106NK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N106NK): [Menagerie Enterprises Inc DBA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MENAGERIE%20ENTERPRISES%20INC%20DBA), [Denison, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Denison), built 2012, S/N 172S11156 - [N106RA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N106RA): [Christiansen Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CHRISTIANSEN%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 1999, S/N 172S8241 - [N106VK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N106VK): [Jones Thomas L Jr](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JONES%20THOMAS%20L%20JR), [Yoakum, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Yoakum), built 2002, S/N 172S9051 - [N1071Z](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1071Z): [5280 Flying Club LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/5280%20FLYING%20CLUB%20LLC), [Castle Pines, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Castle%20Pines), built 2005, S/N 172S9826 - [N1087C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1087C): [Phoenix East Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PHOENIX%20EAST%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Daytona Beach, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Daytona%20Beach), built 2006, S/N 172S10268 - [N10897](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N10897): [Edb Air Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/EDB%20AIR%20INC), [Wilsonville, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/Wilsonville), built 2007, S/N 172S10606 - [N1089D](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1089D): [Heavy Metal Air LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HEAVY%20METAL%20AIR%20LLC), [Farmingdale, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Farmingdale), built 2006, S/N 172S10269 - [N108ED](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N108ED): [95 Msg/Svra Aero Club](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/95%20MSG%2FSVRA%20AERO%20CLUB), [Edwards Afb, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Edwards%20Afb), built 2007, S/N 172S10631 - [N108HF](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N108HF): [Heritage Asset Leasing LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HERITAGE%20ASSET%20LEASING%20LLC), [Ronkonkoma, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Ronkonkoma), built 2002, S/N 172S9049 - [N108PT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N108PT): [Henrie Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HENRIE%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Fairfield, NJ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NJ/Fairfield), built 2005, S/N 172S10089 - [N108TC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N108TC): [Ameriflyers Of Texas Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AMERIFLYERS%20OF%20TEXAS%20INC), [Addison, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Addison), built 2001, S/N 172S8801 - [N1090J](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1090J): [Rocky Mountain Flight Consultants LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ROCKY%20MOUNTAIN%20FLIGHT%20CONSULTANTS%20LLC), [Boulder, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Boulder), built 2006, S/N 172S10271 - [N1090V](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1090V): [Aviation Training LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AVIATION%20TRAINING%20LLC), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 2006, S/N 172S10283 - [N1090W](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1090W): [Medary Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MEDARY%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Brookings, SD](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/SD/Brookings), built 2006, S/N 172S10284 - [N1092A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1092A): [Gulf Coast Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GULF%20COAST%20AVIATION%20LLC), [New Orleans, LA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/LA/New%20Orleans), built 2006, S/N 172S10286 - [N1097N](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1097N): [Longford Aviation Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LONGFORD%20AVIATION%20INC), [West Chester, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/West%20Chester), built 2005, S/N 172S9821 - [N1097Y](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1097Y): [Atlas Aviation Tampa Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ATLAS%20AVIATION%20TAMPA%20INC), [Tampa, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Tampa), built 2006, S/N 172S10296 - [N11019](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N11019): [Cc Ventures LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CC%20VENTURES%20LLC), [Bowling Green, KY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KY/Bowling%20Green), built 2006, S/N 172S10300 - [N1104X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1104X): [Flight Training Aircraft LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FLIGHT%20TRAINING%20AIRCRAFT%20LLC), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 2006, S/N 172S10297 - [N1107G](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1107G): [Lunken Flight Training Center LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LUNKEN%20FLIGHT%20TRAINING%20CENTER%20LLC), [Cincinnati, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Cincinnati), built 2006, S/N 172S10303 - [N110SQ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N110SQ): [Land Air & Sea LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LAND%20AIR%20%26%20SEA%20LLC), [Concord, NC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NC/Concord), built 2006, S/N 172S10384 - [N1120Z](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1120Z): [White Wing Air LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WHITE%20WING%20AIR%20LLC), [Garden Grove, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Garden%20Grove), S/N 172S10313 - [N1127D](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1127D): [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 2006, S/N 172S10247 - [N1129K](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1129K): [Orange County Flight Center Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ORANGE%20COUNTY%20FLIGHT%20CENTER%20INC), [Santa Ana, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Santa%20Ana), built 2006, S/N 172S10315 - [N112PZ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N112PZ): [Skymaxx Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SKYMAXX%20INC), [Daytona Beach, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Daytona%20Beach), built 2005, S/N 172S9833 - [N112SV](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N112SV): [Gb Aviation Of Alabama LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GB%20AVIATION%20OF%20ALABAMA%20LLC), [Millry, AL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AL/Millry), built 2003, S/N 172S9380 All 1,915: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-172s/aircraft.md ## STCs approved for it (284, first 50) - [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 SA00037WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00037WI): Installation of B & C Specialty Products BC100-1 battery.. B & C Specialty Products Inc - [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 SA00076IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00076IB): Installation of Photo luminescent Safety Systems. STG AEROSPACE GERMANY GmbH - [STC SA00081NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00081NY): Installation of Iceman Aviation Supplies, Inc. Carburetor Ice Detector.. Alcor LLC - [STC SA00103BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00103BO): Installation of Weemax cabin air vent.. Victor Morrel - [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 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 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 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 SA00401BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00401BO): Installation of a SkyTrax100B UAT receiver. Avidyne Corporation - [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 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 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 - [STC SA00709SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00709SE): Installation of replacement control surface skin panels.. Athena Aircraft, LLC - [STC SA00744DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00744DE): Installation of the Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) Out Equipment using a Trig Avionics TT31 Transponder and an approved position sensor. Peregrine - [STC SA00756DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00756DE): Installation of Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) Out Equipment using a Trig Avionics TT22 Transponder and an approved Global Positioning System (GPS) Position Sensor. Peregrine - [STC SA00765DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00765DE): Installation of Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) Out functionality using the BendixKing KT74 Transponder and qualified position sensor. Peregrine - [STC SA00780SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00780SE): Installation of the True Lock Safety Retention Axle Lock Nut System. True Lock LLC - [STC SA00795CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00795CH): Installation of Baumann Model BF-2550 floats.. Baumann Floats LLC - [STC SA00831SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00831SE): Installation of vortex generators on wings and tail surfaces.. Micro AeroDynamics Inc - [STC SA00861SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00861SE): Installation of J.P. Instruments (JPI) fuel flow indicating system. J P Instruments - [STC SA00871SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00871SE): Installation of cockpit sunvisors. Rosen Sunvisor Systems LLC - [STC SA00897WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00897WI): Installation of Concorde Battery Corporation (VRSLA) Valve regulated sealed lead acid battery.. Aero-Mach Wilco LLC - [STC SA00900CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00900CH): Installation of Wipaire Model 2350 Amphibian/Seaplane Floats and McCauley Model 1A200/WFA propeller.. Wipaire Inc - [STC SA00910WI-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00910WI-D): Installation of Bendix/King KLN 94 GPS (Global Positioning System) Navigation Receiver for IFR enroute and non-precision approach operations.. Honeywell International Inc - [STC SA00926WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00926WI): Installation of MT-Propeller MTV-18-B/183-17 electric 3-blade constant speed propeller.. MT- Propeller Entwicklung GmbH - [STC SA00954SE (1 OF 2)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00954SE%20(1%20OF%202)): Installation of J.P. Instruments (JPI) Primary Temperature Indicating System in accordance with JPI Installation Manual for the EDM 711, Report 106P, Revision B, dated August 2, 2001, or later FAA approved revision.. J P Instruments - [STC SA01001SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01001SE): Installation of 12 volt cabin power system for portable electronic devices. Olympic Aero Services Inc. - [STC SA01015SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01015SE): Installation of eligible Alaska Bushwheel, Inc. wheels and TSO-C62d tires. ABI LLC - [STC SA01026SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01026SE): Improved fuel gascolator assembly.. Steve's Aircraft - [STC SA01032WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01032WI): Installation of external aerodynamic Vortelator Kit on airplanes. Aircraft Development Co - [STC SA01070WI-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01070WI-D): Installation of Bendix/King KDR 510 VHF Data Link System.. Honeywell International Inc - [STC SA01077SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01077SE): Installation of fluoropolymer film.. Columbia Pacific Airlines - [STC SA01080LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01080LA): Installation of Accessory Power Receptable in accordance with FAA Approved Master Drawing List, Document No. 172-APR-100, Rev IR, dtd 8/15/00 or later FAA approved revision.. Premier Aviation - [STC SA01085LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01085LA): Installation of the VNS 1000 Voice Navigation System.. VNS Incorporated - [STC SA01095WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01095WI): Installation of Gomolzig C172R-606550 engine exhaust system silencer.. Gomolzig Flugzeug-und Maschinenbau GmbH - [STC SA01105DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01105DE): Installation of the Persistent Systems MPU5 Wave Radio System. Persistent Systems - [STC SA01105WI-D (1 OF 2)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01105WI-D%20(1%20OF%202)): Installation of Bendix/King KMD 550/850 Multi-Function Display System with Optional Traffic, Terrain and Weather Sensors. This STC also is approved for some single-engine aircraft. See SA01105WI-D (2 of 2).. Honeywell International Inc. - [STC SA01107SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01107SE): RMD Aircraft Lighting high intensity discharge wingtip light. Knots 2U Ltd. All 284: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-172s/stcs.md ## NTSB investigations (619, 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 WPR26FA232](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR26FA232), Jun 24, 2026: Cessna 172 (N387AF), Willard, UT, destroyed, 1 fatal, investigation ongoing - [NTSB ERA26LA248](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA26LA248), Jun 23, 2026: Cessna 172 (N413AA), Brooksville, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot’s failure to ensure clearance while taxiing, which resulted in contact with another airplane that was performing an engine run-up. - [NTSB WPR26LA222](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR26LA222), Jun 17, 2026: Cessna 172S (N96FA), Death Valley, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain airspeed and encounter with a tailwind while landing on a rough runway, which resulted in a runway overrun and subsequent nose over. - [NTSB WPR26LA220](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR26LA220), Jun 11, 2026: Cessna 172S (N55231), Morgan Hill, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: An in-flight collision with a bird. - [NTSB CEN26LA210](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN26LA210), May 29, 2026: Cessna 172S (N386SP), Colorado Springs, CO, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the takeoff, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with runway signs. - [NTSB CEN26LA212](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN26LA212), May 24, 2026: Cessna 172S (N964SP), Georgetown, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing. - [NTSB ERA26LA209](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA26LA209), May 18, 2026: Cessna 172S (N5114Z), Harrison, NY, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot’s excessive pitch up attitude during takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and loss of control. - [NTSB CEN26LA187](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN26LA187), May 13, 2026: Cessna 172S (N2134M), Denton, TX, substantial damage, investigation ongoing - [NTSB WPR26LA164](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR26LA164), Apr 20, 2026: Cessna 172S (N2126F), Pacoima, CA, substantial damage, investigation ongoing - [NTSB ERA26LA174](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA26LA174), Apr 13, 2026: Cessna 172S (N63405), The Rock, GA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard, porpoised landing. - [NTSB ERA26LA167](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA26LA167), Apr 11, 2026: Cessna 172S (N529ND), Marathon, FL, substantial damage, investigation ongoing - [NTSB ERA26LA143](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA26LA143), Mar 1, 2026: Cessna 172 (N972WW), Carthage, NC, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from trees while on final approach for landing. Contributing to the accident were the flight instructor’s inadequate remedial actions. - [NTSB CEN26LA133](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN26LA133), Feb 28, 2026: Cessna 172S (N1071Z), Denver, CO, 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. - [NTSB ERA26LA102](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA26LA102), Jan 29, 2026: Cessna 172 (N969FG), New Castle, DE, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilots’ failure to properly identify the assigned runway during the landing approach, which resulted in the airplane landing on a closed, snow-covered runway. Contributing was the illumination of… - [NTSB ERA26LA038](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA26LA038), Nov 10, 2025: Cessna 172 (N708LU), Lynchburg, VA, substantial damage. Probable cause: An in-flight collision with a bird. - [NTSB WPR26LA047](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR26LA047), Nov 9, 2025: Cessna 172S (N5199J), Lancaster, CA, substantial damage, investigation ongoing - [NTSB ERA26LA014](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA26LA014), Oct 13, 2025: Cessna 172 (N1206U), North Lauderdale, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: A total loss of engine power due to a fuel delivery system leak, which allowed air to enter the fuel system. The source of the leak could not be determined based on the available evidence. - [NTSB ERA26LA003](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA26LA003), Oct 6, 2025: Cessna 172 (N677DM), West Milford, NJ, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to adequate clearance from obstacles while maneuvering during the landing approach and the instructor pilot’s delayed remedial action, which resulted in the airplane contacting a… - [NTSB WPR26LA015](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR26LA015), Oct 4, 2025: Cessna 172S (N103VK), Lathrop, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: An inflight collision with a bird. - [NTSB CEN26LA004](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN26LA004), Oct 2, 2025: Cessna 172 (N617SP), North La Junta, CO, substantial damage. Probable cause: The solo student pilot’s improper landing flare and subsequent improper recovery from a bounced landing. - [NTSB ERA25LA331](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA25LA331), Aug 30, 2025: Cessna 172 (N6185U), Farmingdale, NY, substantial damage. Probable cause: The Cessna 150 pilot’s decision to taxi in front of an oncoming Cessna 172, which resulted in a ground collision. Contributing to the accident was the Cessna 150 pilot’s momentary distraction, which… - [NTSB WPR25FA264](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR25FA264), Aug 27, 2025: Cessna 172S (N5203H), Los Banos, CA, destroyed, 1 fatal, investigation ongoing - [NTSB ERA25LA311](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA25LA311), Aug 21, 2025: Cessna 172 (N505LP), Gaithersburg, MD, substantial damage. Probable cause: The flight instructor’s distraction during landing, which resulted in a long landing and subsequent runway excursion. - [NTSB ERA25LA306](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA25LA306), Aug 17, 2025: Cessna 172 (N6208C), Baltimore, MD, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s inadequate landing flare at night, which resulted in a hard landing. - [NTSB ERA25LA281](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA25LA281), Jul 30, 2025: Cessna 172S (N121CW), Kissimmee, FL, substantial damage, investigation ongoing - [NTSB WPR25LA211](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR25LA211), Jul 13, 2025: Cessna 172S (N787LF), Sisters, OR, destroyed, investigation ongoing - [NTSB CEN25LA128](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN25LA128), Mar 16, 2025: Cessna 172S (N52243), Rusk, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain airplane control and adequate airspeed during the go-around, resulting in an aerodynamic stall and impact with terrain. - [NTSB ERA25LA148](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA25LA148), Mar 9, 2025: Cessna 172 (N740SP), Brooksville, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing and substantial damage to the airplane’s fuselage. - [NTSB WPR25LA102](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR25LA102), Feb 23, 2025: Cessna 172S (N137RJ), La Verne, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The failure of the right main landing gear tubular spring due to a fatigue crack that originated at the airframe connecting bolt hole and progressed to an overstress fracture. - [NTSB CEN25LA095](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN25LA095), Feb 6, 2025: Cessna 172S (N798SP), Waco, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot’s inadequate landing flare that led to a bounced landing, and her improper pitch control during the attempted recovery that resulted in a nose down pitch attitude upon the second… - [NTSB ERA25LA118](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA25LA118), Jan 29, 2025: Cessna 172 (N1159K), Kennesaw, GA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot’s failure to maintain an appropriate glide path and the flight instructor’s inadequate monitoring of the landing approach, which resulted in the airplane contacting the ground short… - [NTSB CEN25LA088](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN25LA088), Jan 27, 2025: Cessna 172S (N51387), Air Force Academy, CO, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during final approach after encountering an unexpected windshear. - [NTSB ERA25FA082](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA25FA082), Dec 20, 2024: Cessna 172 (N22088), Cintrona, PR, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: Maintenance personnel’s inadequate inspection of the airplane, which resulted in inflight the failure of the right aileron carry through cable due to wear, reduced effectiveness of the airplane’s… - [NTSB ERA25LA078](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA25LA078), Dec 12, 2024: Cessna 172 (N885GT), Jefferson, GA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The airplane’s collision with a deer on the runway during landing. - [NTSB ERA25LA072](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA25LA072), Dec 9, 2024: Cessna 172 (N497SJ), Pahokee, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilots' failure to see and avoid the other airplane, which resulted in a midair collision during short final approach. - [NTSB ERA25LA052](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA25LA052), Nov 19, 2024: Cessna 172S (N951JA), Chattanooga, TN, substantial damage. Probable cause: A partial loss of engine power due to a fouled spark plug in engine’s the No. 4 cylinder. Contributing was the flight instructor’s failure to maintain aircraft control during an attempted go-around… - [NTSB WPR24LA318](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR24LA318), Sep 21, 2024: Cessna 172S (N513WF), Seattle, WA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The Gulfstream pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from the Cessna while taxiing that resulted in a ground collision. - [NTSB ERA24LA319](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24LA319), Jun 16, 2024: Cessna 172 (N92970), Elizabeth City, NC, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s improper flare and subsequent improper recovery from a bounced landing. - [NTSB ERA24LA231](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24LA231), May 26, 2024: Cessna 172S (N1254D), Pierson, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The flight instructor’s failure to attain a proper touchdown point during a precautionary landing, which resulted in a runway excursion during landing. - [NTSB WPR24LA191](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR24LA191), May 18, 2024: Cessna 172S (N17304), Prescott, AZ, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing following an aborted takeoff which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with a ditch. - [NTSB ERA24LA398](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24LA398), May 17, 2024: Cessna 172 (N371RH), St. Augustine, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s improper landing flare resulting in a hard, bounced landing. - [NTSB WPR24LA320](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR24LA320), May 11, 2024: Cessna 172S (N428DW), Chandler, AZ, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from obstacles during taxi operations. - [NTSB ERA24LA192](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24LA192), Apr 20, 2024: Cessna 172 (N684SP), Zelienople, PA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s inadequate compensation for the gusting crosswind condition during landing. - [NTSB ERA24LA137](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24LA137), Mar 1, 2024: Cessna 172 (N1057R), Leesburg, VA, substantial damage. Probable cause: An in-flight collision with a bird while on the downwind leg of the airport traffic pattern. - [NTSB ERA24LA106](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24LA106), Feb 5, 2024: Cessna 172 (N2150G), Smyrna, TN, substantial damage. Probable cause: An in-flight collision with a bird during initial climb. - [NTSB ERA24LA090](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24LA090), Jan 14, 2024: Cessna 172 (N512SP), Mooresville, NC, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during a go-around in gusting crosswind conditions. - [NTSB ERA24LA033](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA24LA033), Nov 10, 2023: Cessna 172S (N91PF), Orlando, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: A partial loss of engine power during initial climb after takeoff for undetermined reasons. - [NTSB CEN23LA421](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN23LA421), Sep 22, 2023: Cessna 172S (N391SP), Midland, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing, and the nose landing gear collapse. - [NTSB CEN23LA430](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN23LA430), Sep 13, 2023: Cessna 172S (N529ER), West Bend, WI, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s inadequate landing flare that resulted in a hard landing and impact with the runway. - [NTSB CEN23LA348](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN23LA348), Aug 3, 2023: Cessna 172 (N860TW), Philadelphia, PA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot receiving instruction’s failure to maintain control during a go-around. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor’s inadequate supervision of the flight. All 619: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-172s/ntsb.md ## FAA accident and incident reports (1,094, 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 20260905011679I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260905011679I), Sep 5, 2026: Cessna 172S (N5157Z), Farmingdale, NY, Minor damage. Ac was undergoing test taxiing on a taxi way after "shimmy repair" when the nose wheel detached from the nose strut due to improper installation of the nose… - [Incident 20260830012029I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260830012029I), Aug 30, 2026: Cessna 172S (N421ER), Santa Monica, CA, Minor damage. On August 30, 2026, pilot, [privacy data omitted], was operating [privacy data omitted] (Cessna 172S) at Santa Monica airport (ksmo). At approximately 1600… - [Incident 20260813011349I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260813011349I), Aug 13, 2026: Cessna 172S (N426LP), Egg Harbor Town, NJ, Minor damage. During a CFR 91 instructional flight pilot departed on runway 31, climbed to above 900FT, began turn south, crew noticed birds. Flight instructor took… - [Incident 20260727008479I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260727008479I), Jul 27, 2026: Cessna 172S (N572BW), New Bedford, MA, No damage. On July 27, 2026, [privacy data omitted] landed at ewb on runway 14 . Shortly after touch down the aircraft veered right and departed the runway into the… - [Incident 20260708009699I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260708009699I), Jul 8, 2026: Cessna 172S (N537KS), Stow, OH, Minor damage. Because of a taxiway closure for construction, the pilot was back taxiing to the departure end of the runway. The pilot was hurrying because other traffic was… - [Accident 20260623009912A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260623009912A), Jun 23, 2026: Cessna 172S (N413AA), Brooksville, FL, Substantial damage. Aircraft #1 was struck from behind by aircraft #2 while performing pretaxi checklist. - [Accident 20260623009499A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260623009499A), Jun 23, 2026: Cessna 172S (N387AF), Willard, UT, Destroyed, 1 fatal. During a VFR cross-country solo flight at night as an incorporation of part 61 training for a commercial pilots certificate, the private and instrument rated… - [Incident 20260620007579I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260620007579I), Jun 20, 2026: Cessna 172S (N604TT), Anchorage, AK, Minor damage. While entering Merrill approach pattern, PIC noted a bird approaching plane on collision course. Performed a steep level turn to right. Sound of impact to left… - [Accident 20260611005979A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260611005979A), Jun 11, 2026: Cessna 172S (N55231), San Jose, CA, Substantial damage. As the flight arrived in the practice area, one eights-on-pylons maneuver was completed before repositioning to new pylons slightly north of the aircraft’s… - [Accident 20260529005929A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260529005929A), May 29, 2026: Cessna 172S (N386SP), Colorado Spring, CO, Substantial damage. Student pilot was starting his 3rd solo takeoff and full stop taxiback. As he started his takeoff roll, he noticed the aircraft wanting to get airborne prior… - [Incident 20260528006999I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260528006999I), May 28, 2026: Cessna 172S (N225RA), Brockport, NY, Minor damage. On may 28, 2026, at approximately 2305Z, a Cessna 172S, received minor damage when it was involved in an incident while operating approximately 11 miles… - [Accident 20260524005039A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260524005039A), May 24, 2026: Cessna 172S (N964SP), Georgetown, TX, Substantial damage. Incident occurred during student solo pattern work during touch and go on runway 36. Winds were calm (010@6KTS). The bent propellers are a result of a porpoise… - [Accident 20260518007089A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260518007089A), May 18, 2026: Cessna 172S (N5114Z), Westchester Cou, NY, Substantial damage. Cessna 172S, [privacy data omitted], sustained substantial damage during a dual instructional flight departing Westchester County Airport (hpn), white plains,… - [Incident 20260503005379I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260503005379I), May 3, 2026: Cessna 172S (N25CW), Broomfield, CO, Minor damage. While landing, aircraft experience wind gust from teh right. Student pilot did not compensate correctly resulting in teh aircraft veering left to teh edge of… - [Incident 20260502009629I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260502009629I), May 2, 2026: Cessna C172 (N38PD), Linden, NJ, Minor damage. On 05/02/2026 at approximately 1530 hours after landing runway 27 the aircraft veered left off the runway hitting a VASI light and came to a stop mid field… - [Accident 20260420006859A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260420006859A), Apr 20, 2026: Cessna 172S (N2126F), Pacoima, CA, Destroyed. On April 20, 2026, the subject aircraft was leased and then operated by a pilot for recreational purposes. While doing pattern work and on approach to runway… - [Incident 20260417002589I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260417002589I), Apr 17, 2026: Cessna 172S (N354CT), Madisonville, TX, Minor damage. Aircraft departed cll travelling to 51R with student pilot at controls, and instructor in right seat. Upon arrival at 51R, pilot was landing and in ground… - [Accident 20260413006759A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260413006759A), Apr 13, 2026: Cessna 172S (N63405), Thomaston, GA, Substantial damage. At approximately 1729 EDT, during a solo landing on runway 12 at Thomaston-Upson County Airport (kopn), the student pilot, operating a Cessna 172S, encountered… - [Accident 20260411004122A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260411004122A), Apr 11, 2026: Cessna 172S (N529ND), Marathon, FL, Substantial damage. On April 11, 2026, Cessna C172, registration [privacy data omitted] with a private pilot and CFI departed ket west international airport (eym) conducting 14… - [Incident 20260322004229I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260322004229I), Mar 22, 2026: Cessna 172S (N211TD), Concord, CA, Minor damage. This was an instructional flight. During the takeoff phase, the student pilot opted to fly a soft-field takeoff on runway 19L, which she had flown before. The… - [Incident 20260321003959I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260321003959I), Mar 21, 2026: Cessna 172S (N5122U), Loveland, CO, Minor damage. CFI stated that upon landing he suspects that the pilot he was instructing might have had the left brake pedal pushed down upon landing which cause the left… - [Incident 20260310001529I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260310001529I), Mar 10, 2026: Cessna 172S (N5303T), Green Bay, WI, Minor damage. Aircraft departed with two certificated airmen from C29(morey field) to grb(Austin Straubel International Airport). While on climbout from a touch and go… - [Accident 20260301002039A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260301002039A), Mar 1, 2026: Cessna 172S (N972WW), Carthage, NC, Substantial damage. During an instructional flight, the CE-172 struck tree tops with right wing while on final aprroach to runway 31 at BQ1. A go around was executed. Pilots… - [Accident 20260228002599A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260228002599A), Feb 28, 2026: Cessna 172S (N1071Z), Centennial, CO, Substantial damage. Student pilot returning to kapa after a solo flight landing runway 35L. While on final, student pilot thought he felt low level wind shears, elected to land at… - [Incident 20260227001409I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260227001409I), Feb 27, 2026: Cessna 172S (N45EF), Middle River, MD, Minor damage. On February 27, 2026, a Cessna 172S, sustained other than substantial damage to the right-wing tip and leading edge from a bird strike 4NM nw of Martin State… - [Incident 20260213001469I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260213001469I), Feb 13, 2026: Cessna 172S (N764SP), New Bedford, MA, Minor damage. On 02/13/2026, from New Bedford manuical airfort (ewb), incident aircraft took off from runway 32 for a student pilot cross-country solo flight at 1422 local… - [Incident 20260130001989I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260130001989I), Jan 30, 2026: Cessna 172S (N832MA), Madison, WA, No damage. Training flight from kmsn to kdll to practice approaches and pattern work and return. Cleared for takeoff rwy 32. Shortly after takeoff, PIC called out bird,… - [Accident 20260128000939A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260128000939A), Jan 28, 2026: Cessna 172S (N969FG), Wilmington, DE, Substantial damage. The PIC was conducting a circling approach to runway 1. Runway 1 and runway 32 lights were illuminated. The PIC aligned with runway 32 which was reported… - [Incident 20260117000119I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260117000119I), Jan 17, 2026: Cessna 172S (N61237), Palm Coast, FL, Minor damage. Palm Coast, FL (fin): a C172 struck a bird while departing runway 11 and returned to fin. Aircraft landed without incident. Pilot reported damage to the right… - [Accident 20251110017959A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20251110017959A), Nov 10, 2025: Cessna 172S (N708LU), Lynchburg, VA, Substantial damage. During an instructional flight the aircraft struck a bird on the leading edge of the right wing while in cruise flight. The PIC delcared an emergency and… - [Incident 20251103015999I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20251103015999I), Nov 3, 2025: Cessna 172S (N6026S), Daytona Beach, FL, Minor damage. During instructional flight, student was on final and experiencing a strong crosswind. During landing, the instructor had to take control of the aircraft. As… - [Accident 20251013015379A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20251013015379A), Oct 13, 2025: Cessna 172S (N1206U), Margate, FL, Substantial damage. On Monday, October 13th, 2025, aircraft [privacy data omitted], Cessna 172S, serial no. 172S10417, was conducting a training flight with a student on board.… - [Accident 20251002019389A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20251002019389A), Oct 2, 2025: Cessna 172S (N617SP), La Junta, CO, Substantial damage. PIC is a student pilot conducting a solo flight. PIC stated they had a hard landing while landing at lhx. Upon contact with the runway, PIC stated they bounced… - [Incident 20250913014339I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250913014339I), Sep 13, 2025: Cessna 172S (N543ND), Manassas, VA, Minor damage. Student pilot was conducting takeoffs and landings in traffic pattern under supervision of flight instructor. Crosswind was 5 KTS or less during touch-and-go… - [Accident 20250830017702A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250830017702A), Aug 30, 2025: Cessna 172S (N6185U), Farmingdale, NY, Substantial damage. According to pilots of both airplanes, they were parked and running on opposing sides of the taxi lane in the echo ramp area. N6185U received taxi clearance… - [Accident 20250826013379A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250826013379A), Aug 26, 2025: Cessna 172S (N5203H), Los Banos, CA, Destroyed, 1 fatal. On August 27, 2025, a Cessna 172 (C172) aircraft on a part 91 flight from reid-hillview airport (rhv) crashed near Los Banos, CA. The pilot declared an… - [Accident 20250821011479A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250821011479A), Aug 21, 2025: Cessna 172S (N505LP), Gaithersburg, MD, Substantial damage. During a training flight on August 21, 2025, a flight instructor and student pilot encountered control interference issues while landing on runway 32 at kgai,… - [Accident 20250817012469A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250817012469A), Aug 17, 2025: Cessna 172S (N6208C), Middle River, MD, Substantial damage. Pilot was returning from cross country flight on IFR flight plan from rdu to mtn. Whether it was VMC winds calm, visibility 10 miles, sky scattered at 5000… - [Incident 20250815012479I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250815012479I), Aug 15, 2025: Cessna 172S (N519ER), Janesville, WI, Minor damage. On August 15 at approximately 0915 LCL. A Cessna 172 came in contact with a corner fence post on the airport property. The Cessna 172 was taxiing to park at… - [Incident 20250810011819I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250810011819I), Aug 10, 2025: Cessna 172S (N2081S), Fitchburg, MA, Minor damage. Counseled student pilot on the importance of reporting any incident and explained to them that their actions are often the only action needed to stop many… - [Accident 20250730012669A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250730012669A), Jul 30, 2025: Cessna 172S (N121CW), Kissimmee, FL, Substantial damage. PIC stated they departed kism at 1523, after a runup with normal indications. Climbed out at 74 KIAS, handed to orl departure to climb to 4000'. At… - [Incident 20250723008539I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250723008539I), Jul 23, 2025: Cessna 172S (N409LP), Allentown, PA, No damage. Pilot in command of [privacy data omitted]Cessna 172 planned a touch-and-go states ATIS information golf reported winds 140 degrees at 7 knots. He conducted… - [Accident 20250713008929A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250713008929A), Jul 13, 2025: Cessna 172S (N787LF), Sisters, OR, Destroyed. On the morning of 07/13/2025 a Cessna 172 departed aurora state airport (uao) shortly after 08:00 am on a flight to Sisters Eagle Air Airport (6K5). The plane… - [Incident 20250521007359I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250521007359I), May 21, 2025: Cessna 172S (N139ME), Wilmington, NC, Minor damage. In the afternoon of may 21st, 2025, a flight instructor and student were conducting a training flight. Upon landing on runway 24 right at Wilmington int… - [Incident 20250405003669I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250405003669I), Apr 5, 2025: Cessna 172S (N572ND), Sanford, FL, No damage. Pilot was cleared to land on runway 9L. The reported winds on final approach were from 135 degrees at 11-13KTS. While in ground effect, the pilot released… - [Incident 20250328001869I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250328001869I), Mar 28, 2025: Cessna 172S (N1724U), Toms River, NJ, Minor damage. A student pilot, on his first solo flight experienced an un-forecasted gust of wind. The student did not correct properly, which caused a hard landing and the… - [Incident 20250321005099I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250321005099I), Mar 21, 2025: Cessna 172S (N5253X), Sanderson, FL, No damage. Pilot and student stated they left kism with 50 gallons of fuel enroute to kezm at 6,500MSL. The engine began to run rough. They then adjusted the mixture and… - [Accident 20250316013049A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250316013049A), Mar 16, 2025: Cessna 172S (N52243), Rusk, TX, Destroyed. On March 16, 2025 aircraft [privacy data omitted] was involved in an accident when the pilot reported a strong wind on landing resulting in loss of control and… - [Accident 20250309008809A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250309008809A), Mar 9, 2025: Cessna 172S (N740SP), Brooksville, FL, Substantial damage. PIC departed runway 21 in Brooksville, FL. PIC was making a left traffic pattern. PIC did a normal landing procedure, full flaps, pitching for 75 KTS. PIC… - [Incident 20250305001359I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250305001359I), Mar 5, 2025: Cessna 172S (N6198N), San Carlos, CA, Minor damage. CFI and student noticed two geese crossing their flight path and in short range approximately 30 feet above ground level over threshold of runway 30 at San… All 1,094: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-172s/incidents.md ## Service difficulty reports (1,104, newest 50) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR N3XR202610130001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/N3XR202610130001), Oct 9, 2026: CONTROL UNIT. BURNED. THE ALTERNATOR CIRCUIT BREAKER POPPED AFTER A PREVIOUS RESET. THE ACU (ALTERNATOR CONTROL UNIT) P/N-AC2101, S/N-Y59830 FAILED. INSTALLED A NEW ACU, AND THE FUNC - [SDR 2026FA0000749](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000749), Sep 21, 2026: PROPELLER. MISINSTALLED. PROPELLER INSTALLED INCORRECTLY AT THE FACTORY, INCORRECT CLOCKING CAUSING PROPELLER BUSHINGS TO BACK OUT: THE PROPELLER CLOCKED INCORRECTLY WITH #1 CYLINDER AT - [SDR 2026FA0000751](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000751), Sep 10, 2026: BUSHING. DEFECTIVE. THE RIGHT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER WHICH COMPLETELY WORKED ITSELF OUT OF - [SDR 2026FA0000750](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000750), Sep 10, 2026: BUSHING. DEFECTIVE. THE LEFT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER WHICH COMPLETELY WORKED ITSELF OUT OF - [SDR 2026FA0000766](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000766), Sep 9, 2026: BUSHING. DEFECTIVE. THE RIGHT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NO - [SDR 2026FA0000684](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000684), Sep 5, 2026: SEAL. FAILED. AFTER COMPLETION OF THE ANNUAL INSPECTION, WE PERFORMED A POST INSPECTION RUN. DURING IDLE WE CHECKED EACH MAGNETO AND FOUND THAT THE ENGINE RAN SIGNIFICANTLY R - [SDR N3XR2026090100002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/N3XR2026090100002), Sep 1, 2026: CONTACTOR. BURNED. ALTERNATOR FAILED ON THE FINAL APPROACH WITH IGN PWR OFF ANNUNCIATOR. IP RECYCLED SWITCHES, BUT THE ANNUNCIATOR STILL EXISTED. REMOVED AND REPLACED CONTACTOR P/ - [SDR 2026FA0000767](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000767), Aug 27, 2026: BUSHING. DEFECTIVE. THE RIGHT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NO - [SDR 2026FA0000754](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000754), Aug 21, 2026: BUSHING. DEFECTIVE. THE LEFT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT - [SDR 2026FA0000755](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000755), Aug 18, 2026: BUSHING. DEFECTIVE. THE RIGHT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NO - [SDR 2026FA0000756](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000756), Aug 14, 2026: BUSHING. DEFECTIVE. THE LEFT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT - [SDR N3XR2026090100001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/N3XR2026090100001), Aug 8, 2026: CONTACTOR. BURNED. BUSS E & M VOLTS AT 24.2 AFTER ENGINE START. NO CHANGE IN VOLTAGE AT ANY POWER SETTING. BATTERY AMPS DISCHARGE -7 AT ALL POWER SETTINGS. R & R ALTERNATOR 24-VOL - [SDR 2026FA0000768](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000768), Aug 7, 2026: BUSHING. DEFECTIVE. THE LEFT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT - [SDR 2026FA0000757](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000757), Aug 5, 2026: BUSHING. DEFECTIVE. THE LEFT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT - [SDR 2026FA0000618](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000618), Aug 4, 2026: PUMP. FAILED. ENGINE DRIVEN FUEL PUMP FAILURE ALLOWED FUEL TO FLOOD ENGINE CRANKCASE. FOUND ON GROUND BEFORE FLIGHT. - [SDR 2026FA0000758](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000758), Jul 17, 2026: BUSHING. DEFECTIVE. THE RIGHT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NO - [SDR 2026FA0000591](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000591), Jul 16, 2026: BUSHING. DELAMINATED. DURING 100HR INSPECTION FOUND LANDING GEAR BUSHING DELAMINATED AND SEPARATED FROM METAL. NO DAMAGE TO LANDING GEAR LEG WAS FOUND BUT UNSURE WHEN BUSHING FAILED - [SDR 2026FA0000759](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000759), Jul 15, 2026: BUSHING. DEFECTIVE. THE LEFT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT - [SDR 2026FA0000590](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000590), Jul 15, 2026: BUSHING. DELAMINATED. DURING 100HR INSPECTION FOUND LANDING GEAR BUSHING DELAMINATING FROM METAL SURFACE. TEXTRON RELEASED SEL-32-08R1 FOR WHICH THIS AIRCRAFT IS NOT INCLUDED. - [SDR 2026FA0000592](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000592), Jul 12, 2026: BUSHING. DELAMINATED. BOTH LANDING GEAR BUSHING FOUND DELAMINATED DURING 100HR INSPECTION. - [SDR 2026FA0000761](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000761), Jul 10, 2026: BUSHING. DEFECTIVE. THE RIGHT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NO - [SDR 2026FA0000760](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000760), Jul 10, 2026: BUSHING. DEFECTIVE. THE LEFT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT - [SDR 2026FA0000519](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000519), Jun 15, 2026: CYLINDER. CRACKED. PILOT REPORTED LOUD NOISE FROM ENGINE, SIGNIFICANT POWER LOSS, AND LOUD VIBRATIONS. PILOT LANDED AT A NEARBY AIRPORT WHERE MANTIENCE DISCOVERED A LARGE CRACK IN - [SDR 2026FA0000762](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000762), Jun 10, 2026: BUSHING. DEFECTIVE. THE LEFT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT - [SDR 2026FA0000769](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000769), Jun 3, 2026: BUSHING. DEFECTIVE. THE LEFT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT - [SDR 2026FA0000770](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000770), May 29, 2026: BUSHING. DEFECTIVE. THE LEFT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT - [SDR 2026FA0000471](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000471), May 29, 2026: SHUTOFF VALVE. LEAKING. FUEL SHUT OFF VALVE NOT STOPPING FUEL COMPLETELY. FUEL DRIPPING FROM FUEL STRAINER DURING INSPECTION. - [SDR 2026FA0000437](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000437), May 27, 2026: STRINGER. BENT. AIRCRAFT FAILED THE INSPECTION CRITERIA OUTLINED IN TEXTRON SERVICE LETTER SEL-53-04, DATED JANUARY 14, 2026. BOTH UPPER STRINGERS IN THE TAILCONE ASSEMBLY (P/N - [SDR 2026FA0000436](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000436), May 27, 2026: STRINGER. BENT. AIRCRAFT FAILED THE INSPECTION CRITERIA OUTLINED IN TEXTRON SERVICE LETTER SEL-53-04, DATED JANUARY 14, 2026. BOTH UPPER STRINGERS IN THE TAILCONE ASSEMBLY (P/N - [SDR 2026FA0000763](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000763), May 21, 2026: BUSHING. DEFECTIVE. THE RIGHT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NO - [SDR 2026FA0000771](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000771), May 19, 2026: BUSHING. DEFECTIVE. THE RIGHT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NO - [SDR 2026FA0000470](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000470), May 15, 2026: SHUTOFF VALVE. LEAKING. FUEL SHUT OFF VALVE NOT STOPPING FUEL COMPLETELY. FUEL DRIPPING FROM FUEL STRAINER DURING INSPECTION. - [SDR 2026FA0000764](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000764), May 11, 2026: BUSHING. DEFECTIVE. THE LEFT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT - [SDR 2026FA0000772](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000772), Apr 22, 2026: BUSHING. DEFECTIVE. THE RIGHT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NO - [SDR 2026FA0000435](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000435), Apr 21, 2026: STRINGER. BENT. AIRCRAFT FAILED THE INSPECTION CRITERIA OUTLINED IN TEXTRON SERVICE LETTER SEL-53-04, DATED JANUARY 14, 2026. BOTH UPPER STRINGERS IN THE TAILCONE ASSEMBLY (P/N - [SDR 2026FA0000285](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000285), Apr 21, 2026: THROTTLE CABLE. SEVERED. LOSS OF THROTTLE CONTROL IN FLIGHT, DUE TO SEVERED THROTTLE CABLE. - [SDR 2026FA0000391](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000391), Apr 14, 2026: STIFFENER. SHEARED. FLAP TRACK STIFFENERS THAT KEEP THE FLAP TRACKS STRAIGHT AND TRUE WERE FOUND TO BE SHEARED OFF AND/OR CRACKED. - [SDR 2026FA0000358](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000358), Apr 14, 2026: STIFFENER. SHEARED. FLAP TRACK STIFFENERS THAT KEEP THE FLAP TRACKS STRAIGHT AND TRUE WERE FOUND TO BE SHEARED OFF AND/OR CRACKED - [SDR 2026FA0000355](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000355), Apr 14, 2026: STIFFENER. SHEARED. FLAP TRACK STIFFENERS THAT KEEP THE FLAP TRACKS STRAIGHT AND TRUE WERE FOUND TO BE SHEARED OFF AND/OR CRACKED - [SDR 2026FA0000441](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000441), Apr 10, 2026: STRINGER. BENT. AIRCRAFT FAILED THE INSPECTION CRITERIA OUTLINED IN TEXTRON SERVICE LETTER SEL-53-04, DATED JANUARY 14, 2026. BOTH UPPER STRINGERS IN THE TAILCONE ASSEMBLY (P/N - [SDR 2026FA0000438](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000438), Apr 6, 2026: STRINGER. BENT. AIRCRAFT FAILED THE INSPECTION CRITERIA OUTLINED IN TEXTRON SERVICE LETTER SEL-53-04, DATED JANUARY 14, 2026. BOTH UPPER STRINGERS IN THE TAILCONE ASSEMBLY (P/N - [SDR 2026FA0000442](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000442), Mar 19, 2026: STRINGER. BENT. AIRCRAFT FAILED THE INSPECTION CRITERIA OUTLINED IN TEXTRON SERVICE LETTER SEL-53-04, DATED JANUARY 14, 2026. BOTH UPPER STRINGERS IN THE TAILCONE ASSEMBLY (P/N - [SDR NX422026031600013](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/NX422026031600013), Mar 13, 2026: CRANKCASE. GOUGED. UPON DISASSEMBLY FOR ITS FIRST OVERHAUL, DAMAGE WAS FOUND ON THE LEFT HAND CRANKCASE HALF ON ALL FOUR THRU STUD BORE LOCATIONS. THE DAMAGE APPEARS TO BE A GOUGE - [SDR NX422026031600012](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/NX422026031600012), Mar 13, 2026: STUD. DAMAGED. UPON DISASSEMBLY FOR IT'S FIRST OVERHAUL, DAMAGE WAS FOUND ON ONE OF THE THRU STUDS. THE DAMAGE APPEARS TO BE DIPLSACED STEEL UNDER THE THREADED PORTION ON THE - [SDR NX422026031600011](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/NX422026031600011), Mar 13, 2026: CRANKCASE. GOUGED. UPON DISASSEMBLY FOR ITS FIRST OVERHAUL, DAMAGE WAS FOUND ON THE LEFT HAND CRANKCASE HALF TO THREE THRU STUD BORE LOCATIONS. THE DAMAGE APPEARS TO BE A GOUGE WI - [SDR 2026FA0000753](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000753), Mar 10, 2026: BUSHING. DEFECTIVE. THE RIGHT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NO - [SDR 2026FA0000752](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000752), Mar 10, 2026: BUSHING. DEFECTIVE. THE LEFT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT - [SDR 2026FA0000440](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000440), Mar 6, 2026: STRINGER. BENT. AIRCRAFT FAILED THE INSPECTION CRITERIA OUTLINED IN TEXTRON SERVICE LETTER SEL-53-04, DATED JANUARY 14, 2026. BOTH UPPER STRINGERS IN THE TAILCONE ASSEMBLY (P/N - [SDR 2026FA0000439](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000439), Mar 5, 2026: STRINGER. BENT. AIRCRAFT FAILED THE INSPECTION CRITERIA OUTLINED IN TEXTRON SERVICE LETTER SEL-53-04, DATED JANUARY 14, 2026. BOTH UPPER STRINGERS IN THE TAILCONE ASSEMBLY (P/N - [SDR 2026FA0000774](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000774), Mar 2, 2026: BUSHING. DEFECTIVE. THE LEFT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT All 1,104: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-172s/reports.md ## The same model under other registry codes Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes. - [Textron 172S](https://openairdocs.org/model/textron-172s): 1,238 registered aircraft, registry code 2072449 --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). It is not affiliated with the FAA or the NTSB. 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