Cessna 172 Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 6810 events recorded from 1974 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 23, 2011 | Clarksville, FL | N3740L | Incident | substantial |
A loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the owner's improper maintenance of the fuel selector valve, which resulted in a lack of …A loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the owner's improper maintenance of the fuel selector valve, which resulted in a lack of fuel supply from the right fuel tank. |
| Feb 16, 2011 | New Smyrna Beach, FL | N6345L | Fatal (2) | substantial |
The flight instructor's failure to recognize or implement adequate remedial action to counter the effects of spatial disorientation. Contributing to t…The flight instructor's failure to recognize or implement adequate remedial action to counter the effects of spatial disorientation. Contributing to the accident was the spatial disorientation experienced by one or both pilots. |
| Feb 15, 2011 | Daytona Beach, FL | N378FA | Incident | substantial | The pilot's inadequate flare that resulted in a hard landing. |
| Feb 15, 2011 | Wikieup, AZ | N2561L | Incident | substantial |
A total loss of engine power during cruise flight resulting from the failure of a fuel line. Contributing to the accident was inadequate maintenance i…A total loss of engine power during cruise flight resulting from the failure of a fuel line. Contributing to the accident was inadequate maintenance inspections that failed to detect the deteriorating fuel line. |
| Feb 14, 2011 | Plattsburgh, NY | N2593L | Incident | substantial |
The student pilot's loss of directional control during the landing flare in gusting wind conditions and the certified flight instructor's delayed reme…The student pilot's loss of directional control during the landing flare in gusting wind conditions and the certified flight instructor's delayed remedial action. |
| Feb 13, 2011 | Lancaster, CA | N31FC | Incident | substantial |
The student pilot's improper flare which resulted in a hard landing. Contributing to the accident was the certified flight instructor's delayed remedi…The student pilot's improper flare which resulted in a hard landing. Contributing to the accident was the certified flight instructor's delayed remedial action. |
| Feb 12, 2011 | Poplar Grove, IL | N733TM | Incident | substantial | The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the takeoff. |
| Feb 07, 2011 | Meriden, CT | N9622Q | Incident | substantial | The student pilot's loss of directional control during the landing rollout, resulting in a runway excursion. |
| Jan 31, 2011 | Glendora, CA | N6922A | Serious (1) | substantial | The flight crew's failure to maintain adequate terrain clearance while maneuvering in downdraft conditions over mountains. |
| Jan 30, 2011 | Chesapeake, OH | N55212 | Minor | substantial |
The partial loss of engine power due to carburetor icing and the pilot’s delayed use of carburetor heat and failure to attain the proper touchdown poi…The partial loss of engine power due to carburetor icing and the pilot’s delayed use of carburetor heat and failure to attain the proper touchdown point on the runway during the precautionary landing. |
| Jan 29, 2011 | St. Petersburg, FL | N6013J | Incident | substantial | The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control while attempting to turn the airplane onto a taxiway after landing. |
| Jan 28, 2011 | Shreveport, LA | N5929T | Incident | substantial | The student pilot's loss of directional control during the landing. |
| Jan 27, 2011 | Isola Fossara, Perugia, IT | I-AMCO | Fatal (1) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jan 22, 2011 | McKinney, TX | N348ME | Incident | substantial | The student pilot's loss of directional control during takeoff, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with terrain. |
| Jan 21, 2011 | Uljin Airport, KS | HL1127 | Fatal (2) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jan 18, 2011 | North Myrtle Beach, SC | N2100V | Fatal (1) | substantial | The pilot's loss of airplane control during a missed approach due to spatial disorientation. |
| Jan 17, 2011 | Clarendon, TX | N7262T | Serious (1) | substantial | The pilot's failure to correctly set the altimeter, which resulted in his erroneous perception that the airplane was at a safe altitude. |
| Jan 15, 2011 | Lebanon, TN | N1946F | Incident | substantial | The student pilot´s failure to maintain directional control during an aborted takeoff, resulting in a runway excursion. |
| Jan 04, 2011 | Walnut Grove, MO | N1416F | Fatal (1) | substantial | The pilot's loss of control for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's fatigue. |
| Dec 31, 2010 | Dublin, NC | N4383Q | Incident | substantial |
The pilot’s improper touchdown speed which resulted in a runway overrun. Contributing to the accident was the undetermined malfunction of the airspeed…The pilot’s improper touchdown speed which resulted in a runway overrun. Contributing to the accident was the undetermined malfunction of the airspeed indicator. |
| Dec 23, 2010 | Fort Myers, FL | N385ME | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s attempt to take off with ful…The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s attempt to take off with full flaps. |
| Dec 13, 2010 | St. Thomas, USA | N1348L | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain an adequate visual lookout while taxiing. |
| Dec 07, 2010 | LAWRENCE, KS | N99HV | Incident | substantial | The student pilot’s non-stabilized approach and improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing. |
| Dec 02, 2010 | Warrensburg, MO | N465CM | Incident | substantial | A hard landing for undetermined reasons. |
| Nov 27, 2010 | Suisun City, CA | N5582T | Minor | substantial | A total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. |