Cessna 162 Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 8 events recorded from 2011 to 2019.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 29, 2019 | Vernal, UT | N30321 | Serious (2) | substantial | The flight instructor's abrupt maneuver at an altitude too low for recovery, which resulted in impact with the runway. |
| May 14, 2019 | Las Animas, CO | N5213Z | Serious (1) | substantial | The pilot's decision to land on soft, muddy terrain, which resulted in a nose over. |
| Mar 04, 2017 | Conway, AR | N3028G | Serious (1) | — |
The pilot's failure to shut down the engine before exiting the airplane and his failure to focus his attention on the task at hand, which led to his w…The pilot's failure to shut down the engine before exiting the airplane and his failure to focus his attention on the task at hand, which led to his walking into a rotating propeller. |
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.
Data source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database ·
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