Cessna 172 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 6810 events recorded from 1974 to 2026.

6810

All Events

4223

Incidents

1048

Minor

542

Serious

960

Fatal (1802 fatalities)
Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Jun 21, 2024 Hernando, FL N734XT Incident substantial
The improper installation of a cylinder rocker stud by maintenance personnel, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power and subsequent forced l…

The improper installation of a cylinder rocker stud by maintenance personnel, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power and subsequent forced landing.
Jun 20, 2024 Hernando, FL N72CM Incident substantial The pilot’s inadvertent throttle input during landing which resulted in a runway overrun.
Jun 19, 2024 Ruston, LA N8725U Incident substantial The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll with a crosswind.
Jun 18, 2024 Murphysboro, IL N5335G Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Jun 16, 2024 Eastham, MA N2710U Incident substantial The pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection of the airplane’s fuel quantity, which resulted in total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Jun 16, 2024 Norfolk, UK G-MCLY Incident unk Investigation pending
Jun 16, 2024 Elizabeth City, NC N92970 Incident substantial The pilot’s improper flare and subsequent improper recovery from a bounced landing.
Jun 13, 2024 Ada, OK N8483L Incident substantial The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing resulting in a runway excursion and impact with a sign.
Jun 09, 2024 Kagoshima, JA JA061 Incident substantial Investigation pending
May 30, 2024 Greensboro, NC N3687L Incident substantial The pilot's improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing and a subsequent loss of directional control.
May 22, 2024 Chandeleur Island, LA N751DW Incident substantial
A fatigue failure of the engine oil pressure line, which resulted in the loss of engine oil during the flight and subsequent damage to the nose landin…

A fatigue failure of the engine oil pressure line, which resulted in the loss of engine oil during the flight and subsequent damage to the nose landing gear support structure during the precautionary landing.
May 18, 2024 Prescott, AZ N17304 Incident substantial
The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing following an aborted takeoff which resulted in a runway excursion and impac…

The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing following an aborted takeoff which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with a ditch.
May 17, 2024 St. Augustine, FL N371RH Incident substantial The pilot’s improper landing flare resulting in a hard, bounced landing.
May 16, 2024 Lakeport, CA N4448L Incident substantial Investigation pending
May 11, 2024 Chandler, AZ N428DW Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from obstacles during taxi operations.
May 08, 2024 Midland, TX N69PW Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during a go-around in a gusting crosswind, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and collision with …

The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during a go-around in a gusting crosswind, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and collision with terrain. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s lack of system knowledge regarding the operation of the flaps.
May 08, 2024 Anchorage, AK N65065 Incident substantial The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing.
May 01, 2024 Belle Chasse, LA N2782L Incident substantial The inadequate landing flare by the flight instructor that resulted in a loss of directional control and impact with terrain.
Apr 30, 2024 Novosibirsk, RS RA-2038G Incident substantial Investigation pending
Apr 29, 2024 Palatka, FL N99442 Incident substantial The failure of the nose oil seal to remain secure in the engine crankcase, which resulted in a loss of engine oil and partial loss of engine power.
Apr 22, 2024 Ridgeway, VA N5645T Incident substantial The pilot's failure to attain a proper touchdown point while landing, which resulted in a runway overrun.
Apr 20, 2024 Zelienople, PA N684SP Incident substantial The pilot’s inadequate compensation for the gusting crosswind condition during landing.
Apr 18, 2024 Stoneville, NC N7921G Incident substantial The student pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a bounced, hard landing.
Apr 15, 2024 Shelbyville, TN N73605 Incident substantial The student pilot’s improper recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in a loss of directional control and subsequent runway excursion.
Apr 13, 2024 Valparaso, OF CC-KSK Incident substantial Investigation pending
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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