N736YU - 1978 CESSNA TR182 - Complete Aircraft History & Registry Information

Quick Facts & Current Owner

Current Owner
MARGINAL AVIATION LLC
Location
BILLINGS, Montana
Registration Status
Active until
Serial Number
R18200792
Last Seen on Market
Never Listed
Last Seen Airborne
No Recent Activity
Last FAA Action Date
April 2019
Owned Since
October 2017
Location of N736YU in BILLINGS, Montana

About the CESSNA TR182

The Cessna TR182, also known as the Turbo Skylane RG, is a development of the well-known Cessna 182 Skylane series, specifically designed to offer enhanced performance and flexibility to the general aviation market. First introduced in the late 1970s, the TR182 was a response to the demand for a more powerful and versatile aircraft that could operate effectively in a variety of environments, including high-altitude regions and short airstrips. This model particularly appealed to private pilots, flight schools, and small businesses in need of a reliable and efficient utility aircraft. The TR182 offered several significant upgrades over its predecessors, including a turbocharged engine and retractable landing gear. The turbocharger allowed the aircraft to maintain higher power and performance levels even at greater altitudes, making the TR182 suitable for mountainous terrain and higher cruising altitudes for improved fuel efficiency and weather avoidance. The retractable landing gear aimed to reduce drag, thus enhancing the cruising speed and overall efficiency of the aircraft. Production of the Cessna TR182 spanned from 1978 to 1986, during which time it became a popular choice for those looking for a single-engine piston aircraft that could deliver dependable performance for moderate to long distances. It was powered by a Lycoming O-540 engine, which, when turbocharged, produced 235 horsepower. This setup provided a useful load capacity of about 1,150 pounds and a maximum speed of around 170 knots. The aircraft's design remained true to Cessna's reputation for sturdy and forgiving flight characteristics, making it approachable for less experienced pilots while offering enough capability to satisfy seasoned aviators. The Cessna TR182 managed to carve out a niche for itself by offering a blend of performance, reliability, and operational savings. The aircraft remains in demand in the second-hand market, a testament to Cessna's design and engineering excellence that continues to meet the needs of the general aviation community.


Flight History and Activity for N736YU

No flight activity has been observed for this aircraft since 2022.

This could indicate the aircraft is in storage, undergoing maintenance, or operating in areas without flight tracking coverage.

Maintenance and Safety Records

Safety Record Summary

  • 3 accident/incident report(s) on file

Accident and Incident Reports

January 11, 2020 - BILLINGS, Montana

Damage Level
Destroyed
Description
DURING NIGHT VFR CONDITIONS THE AIRCRAFT STRUCK A 185' RADIO TOWER 25 MILES NE OF BILLINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, BILLINGS MONTANA. THE TOWER IS NOT DEPICTED ON THE BILLINGS VFR SECTIONAL AND IS UNLIT.

May 01, 1985 - SANTA ANA, California

Damage Level
Minor
Description
UNABLE TO EXTEND RIGHT MAIN FOR LANDING. LANDED GEAR UP. CAUSE OF MALFUNCTION NOT REPORTED.

January 11, 2020 - Billings, Montana

Damage Level
Destroyed
Description
The pilot departed with three passengers to the northwest on a flight at night, without any clouds and good visibility at the pilot’s planned cruise altitudes. The airplane leveled off about 4,792 ft mean sea level (msl) and maintained a similar altitude and height above terrain between 1,400 ft and 2,100 ft above ground level (agl) for most of the flight. The terrain elevation increased in the airplane’s final 40 seconds of flight. The airplane was about 65 ft agl (4,809 ft msl) when it impacted a tower. All occupants were fatally injured, and the airplane was destroyed. Postaccident examination of the airplane and engine revealed no mechanical malfunctions or anomalies that would have precluded normal operation. The airplane’s primary flight display (PFD) reported barometric altitude adjustable by altimeter setting, and its two multifunction displays (MFDs) reported GPS altitude based on satellite geometry. The flight data showed that the barometric altitude (shown on the PFD) about the time of the accident was 207 ft higher than the GPS altitude (displayed on the MFD at the center of the instrument panel). The pilot, who was also a certified flight instructor, had every opportunity to observe the difference between the GPS and barometric altitudes during his instrument scan. The airplane’s relatively consistent cruise flight altitude during the accident leg suggests that autopilot was engaged. It is unclear from available evidence whether the pilot would have used barometric altitude or GPS altitude to set the autopilot or whether the MFD provided a terrain alert before the accident occurred. However, data from previous flights showed that the pilot had extensive knowledge of the area and had intentionally circumvented this tower at a similar altitude during a flight a few days prior. The tower did not meet the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) 200-ft minimum height requirement to be lit or placed on an aviation chart. However, the FAA sectional chart, which was available to the accident pilot for this flight, showed the height of the plateau beneath the tower. The pilot instead relied on the MFD terrain map for topographical features and obstacles. A review of the terrain map before the accident flight or during cruise flight would have led a conscientious pilot to maintain a safe distance from terrain by climbing to a higher cruise altitude, consistent with the minimum safety altitudes provided in Federal Aviation Regulations. Thus, despite having a preexisting knowledge of the area topography and obstacles, the pilot exercised poor decision making in operating at a cruise altitude less than the minimum safe altitudes specified in regulations.

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Complete History Timeline

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Jan 2020

Accident/Incident

Accident with destroyed damage




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Jan 2020

Accident/Incident

Accident with destroyed damage




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Apr 2019

Registration

Registered to MARGINAL AVIATION LLC in BILLINGS, MT




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Mar 2018

Registration

Registered to MARGINAL AVIATION LLC in BILLINGS, MT




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Oct 2017

Registration

Registered to REGISTRATION PENDING in BILLINGS, MT




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Mar 2016

Registration

Registered to WELLINGTON FINANCIAL HOLDINGS INC in AGOURA HILLS, CA




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Mar 2012

Registration

Registered to YANKEE UNIFORM FLYING PARTNERSHIP in VENTURA, CA




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May 1985

Accident/Incident

Accident with minor damage




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Frequently Asked Questions

Who owns N736YU?

N736YU is currently registered to MARGINAL AVIATION LLC in BILLINGS, Montana.

What type of aircraft is N736YU?

N736YU is a 1978 CESSNA TR182 with serial number R18200792.

Has N736YU been in any accidents?

Yes, N736YU has 3 accident/incident report(s) on file with the FAA/NTSB.

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