Aircraft Description
N51096 is a Cessna T206H, a single-engine reciprocating (piston) aircraft registered to Dept of The Interior in Boise, ID. The registration certificate was issued on May 10, 2023. The registration is set to expire on May 31, 2030. The aircraft is configured with 6 seats. The aircraft's Mode S transponder code is A66521 (hex), used for ADS-B identification and flight tracking. N51096 was last tracked by AviatorDB near Rapid City Regional Airport (KRAP) on June 25, 2026. The FAA registry record for N51096 was last updated on May 10, 2023. AviatorDB monitors aircraft positions through ADS-B surveillance data and updates records as new position data is received.
The Cessna 206 Stationair, often called the "station wagon of the air," became general aviation's premier six-seat utility aircraft for backcountry operations and cargo hauling. First flown in 1962, it is a high-wing, single-engine aircraft powered by a Continental IO-520 series engine, seating up to six passengers or carrying substantial cargo through its distinctive clamshell rear doors. With a wingspan of 36 feet and gross weight of 3,600 pounds, the 206 bridged the gap between smaller four-seat aircraft and expensive twin-engine planes. Manufactured by Cessna Aircraft Company, production has exceeded 8,500 units across all variants since 1964. AviatorDB tracks 80,402 Cessna aircraft currently registered in the FAA database. The ICAO type designator for this aircraft model is C206.
AviatorDB has found no NTSB accident or incident reports involving N51096. AviatorDB cross-references all FAA registration data with NTSB accident and incident reports, providing a comprehensive safety overview for every registered aircraft in the United States.
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NTSB Accident History (1)
| Date | NTSB # | Damage | Highest Injury | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 20, 1999 | LAX99LA187 | Substantial | None | The pilot's inadequate compensation for the existing turbulent, gusty wind conditions during the approach. Contributing factors were the pilot's delayed go-around maneuver, the gusty and turbulent winds, and the tree. |
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Last updated: 2026-07-01 01:32:20 UTC