Cessna 172 Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 6810 events recorded from 1974 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 27, 2024 | Citronelle, AL | N658NV | Serious (1) | substantial | A total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of a fuel vent line that was clogged by an insect nest. |
| May 26, 2024 | Pierson, FL | N1254D | Minor | substantial |
The flight instructor’s failure to attain a proper touchdown point during a precautionary landing, which resulted in a runway excursion during landing…The flight instructor’s failure to attain a proper touchdown point during a precautionary landing, which resulted in a runway excursion during landing. |
| 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 02, 2024 | West Chicago, IL | N20095 | Minor | substantial | The flight instructor’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during an encounter with wind while holding short of the runway. |
| May 01, 2024 | Westminster, MD | N1377U | Minor | substantial |
The pilot’s failure to attain a proper touchdown point during a simulated loss of engine power approach, which resulted in a hard landing short of the…The pilot’s failure to attain a proper touchdown point during a simulated loss of engine power approach, which resulted in a hard landing short of the runway. Also causal was the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action during the approach and subsequent aborted 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 29, 2024 | Clearbrook, MN | N12805 | Serious (1) | substantial | The pilot’s delayed use of carburetor heat which resulted in the loss of engine power due to carburetor icing. |
| 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 | Manassas, VA | N8337X | Minor | substantial |
The pilot’s failure to apply carburetor heat before reducing engine power during a prolonged descent while operating in environmental conditions condu…The pilot’s failure to apply carburetor heat before reducing engine power during a prolonged descent while operating in environmental conditions conducive to the development of carburetor ice, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to carburetor icing. |
| 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 |
| Apr 12, 2024 | Monroe, LA | N9845L | Incident | substantial | The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. |
| Apr 06, 2024 | HUASNA, CA | N8907B | Minor | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed during a low altitude maneuver, resulting in a loss of control. |
| Mar 29, 2024 | La Linea, OF | CC-PFV | Fatal (1) | substantial | Investigation pending |