How many accidents has the Cessna 172A had?

The NTSB has recorded 64 events involving the Cessna 172A: 8 fatal, 7 serious, 15 minor injuries, and 34 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Cessna 172A a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Cessna 172A has 64 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

Cessna 172A Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 64 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

All Events

Incidents

Minor

Serious

Fatal (10 fatalities)

Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
Feb 26, 1988	CRIVITZ, WI	N9751T	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Nov 15, 1987	DAYTON, OH	N7623T	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Aug 25, 1986	GAINESVILLE, TX	N7261T	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Dec 22, 1985	ANTHONY, NM	N7451T	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Dec 29, 1983	HOSPERS, IA	N7229T	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Jun 05, 1983	CARMEL VALLEY, CA	N9854T	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Aug 12, 1982	SANDIA, TX	N7651T	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
May 05, 1982	CISSNO PARK, IL	N7709T	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Feb 20, 1982	ROSELLE, IL	N210GL	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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Cessna 172A Safety Record

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