On October 7, 2016, a CESSNA 172 was involved in an aviation accident near Brits, North West Province, South Africa. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
The South African Civil Aviation Authority notified the NTSB of an accident involving Cessna 172M registration ZS-MPF on October 7, 2016. The NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist under ICAO Annex 13.
Accident Report
The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) has formally advised the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) of an accident involving a Cessna 172M aircraft. The aircraft carries the registration mark ZS-MPF. The accident date is documented as October 7, 2016.
International Assistance
Following this notification, the NTSB has assigned a U.S. Accredited Representative to participate in the investigation led by the SACAA. This step is taken in accordance with ICAO Annex 13 provisions, which designate the United States as the State of Manufacturer and Design for both the airplane and its engine.
Information Release
All details concerning the investigation will be disclosed by the SACAA. The SACAA retains authority over the release of investigative information.
Related events
Same aircraft family
24 Sep 2026 — CESSNA 172B
23 Sep 2026 — CESSNA 172
18 Sep 2026 — CESSNA 172
16 Sep 2026 — CESSNA 172M (CK Aviation LLC)
9 Sep 2026 — CESSNA 172
8 Sep 2026 — CESSNA 172N
7 Sep 2026 — CESSNA 172N (Tin Cup Investments INC)
24 Aug 2026 — CESSNA 172M
21 Aug 2026 — CESSNA 172P (Vascular Wings LLC)
18 Aug 2026 — CESSNA 172L (Ocala Aviation Services INC)
16 Aug 2026 — CESSNA 172L (Foothill Aircraft Sales and Service Inc.)
9 Aug 2026 — CESSNA 172N (Kimber 123 Holdings LLC)
What happened in the 7 Oct 2016 CESSNA 172 accident near Brits, North West Province, South Africa?
The South African Civil Aviation Authority notified the NTSB of an accident involving Cessna 172M registration ZS-MPF on October 7, 2016. The NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist under ICAO Annex 13.
Were there any fatalities in the 7 Oct 2016 CESSNA 172 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 7 Oct 2016 involved a CESSNA 172, at Brits, North West Province, South Africa.
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