Cessna 140 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 460 events recorded from 1982 to 2026.

460

All Events

321

Incidents

72

Minor

32

Serious

35

Fatal (51 fatalities)
Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Nov 02, 2012 Watsonville, CA N77227 Minor substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during the landing roll.
Aug 25, 2012 Spearfish, SD N140XX Incident substantial The partial loss of engine power due to debris lodged beneath the throttle body of the carburetor venturi.
Jun 21, 2012 Walnut Ridge, AR N9497A Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control after encountering a whirlwind or dust-devil during the landing flare.
Mar 06, 2012 Mooresville, NC N5693C Incident substantial The separation of the left rudder cable turnbuckle and the pilot’s subsequent loss of directional control during landing.
Sep 01, 2011 Conroe, TX N76521 Incident substantial The pilot's excessive use of brakes during the landing.
Aug 27, 2011 Kent, WA N2719N Incident substantial The student pilot's inadvertent application of the brakes during the landing roll, which resulted in the airplane nosing over.
Aug 25, 2011 Monmouth, IL N72688 Incident substantial The pilot's loss of airplane control during the landing roll.
Aug 04, 2011 Wilkeson, WA N2199N Incident substantial A partial loss of engine power during takeoff due to water contamination in the fuel system.
Jun 29, 2011 Burlington, WI N2332V Serious (1) substantial The improper installation of the fuel selector indicator handle, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.
May 29, 2011 Chickaloon, AK N89424 Incident substantial The pilot's improper decision to take off downwind from unsuitable terrain.
May 26, 2011 Quincy, FL N1137D Incident substantial The private pilot's inability to maintain directional control of the airplane during the takeoff roll.
Mar 15, 2011 Anchorage, AK N81074 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing, resulting in a ground loop.
Feb 26, 2011 Newark, CA N5351C Incident substantial
A loss of engine power due to water contamination in the fuel system as a result of the pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection to identify and remove…

A loss of engine power due to water contamination in the fuel system as a result of the pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection to identify and remove the water.
Dec 24, 2010 Winnsboro, SC N76831 Incident substantial The excessive brake inputs by both pilots during the landing roll resulting in the airplane nosing over.
Sep 06, 2010 Levant, ME N3650V Serious (1) substantial The pilot's failure to obtain adequate airspeed during takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
Jul 10, 2010 Franklin, IN N72609 Incident substantial The pilot's improper touchdown point and excessive braking, which resulted in a nose over.
May 29, 2010 Atchison, KS N76287 Incident substantial The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Mar 23, 2010 Malta, OH N2082N Incident substantial The pilot's decision to take off in conditions that exceeded the climb capability of the airplane.
Jan 13, 2010 Urbana, IL N5353C Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the crosswind landing.
Jan 09, 2010 Chico, CA N3160N Minor substantial The pilot’s inadequate weather evaluation and failure to maintain clearance from trees while maneuvering in low visibility conditions.
Sep 16, 2009 Santa Paula, CA N326DW Minor substantial A total loss of engine power during takeoff for undetermined reasons.
Sep 05, 2009 Louisa, VA N3656V Incident substantial The Cessna pilot's inadequate visual lookout.
Aug 20, 2009 Fairbanks, AK N72518 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to achieve a proper touchdown point, resulting in an overrun and a nose over.
Aug 17, 2009 White Plains, NY N9467A Incident substantial The failure of the right main landing gear due to a preexisting crack adjacent to a weld line.
Jun 02, 2009 St. Louis, MO N76456 Incident substantial
The improper installation of the wing fairing during recent maintenance, which resulted in the partial separation of the fairing shortly after takeoff…

The improper installation of the wing fairing during recent maintenance, which resulted in the partial separation of the fairing shortly after takeoff.
Disclaimer: This data is sourced from the NTSB Aviation Accident Database. NTSB events reflect reported accidents and incidents and do not necessarily indicate a defect in the aircraft type. Many events involve pilot error, weather conditions, maintenance issues, or other factors unrelated to the aircraft design. This information is provided for research purposes only — consult official NTSB reports for complete details.
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