NTSB Investigating Cessna 177RG Incident in Statesville, N.C.

The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating an aviation incident involving a Cessna 177RG, registration N177BT, that occurred May 18 in Statesville, N.C. According to preliminary NTSB data (Event ID: 20260526203047), no fatalities were reported.

Details regarding the phase of flight, extent of aircraft damage and number of occupants remain undisclosed as the investigation continues. The NTSB and Federal Aviation Administration typically conduct comprehensive reviews of such incidents to determine contributing factors.

Statesville has been the site of other recent aviation events, including a fatal crash of a Cessna 550 Citation II in December 2025. The NTSB is expected to release a preliminary report as more data becomes available from the scene and flight records.