Cessna 172N Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 1178 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 2002 | Lakeside, CA | N739ZV | Incident | substantial |
The failure of the engine to respond for undetermined reasons. Also causal was the student's decision to continue the simulated emergency maneuver to…The failure of the engine to respond for undetermined reasons. Also causal was the student's decision to continue the simulated emergency maneuver to an altitude that was insufficient to allow for contingency options. The unsuitable nature of the terrain selected for the landing terrain was a factor in the accident. |
| Aug 25, 2002 | Pinehurst, NC | N4859F | Incident | substantial | The student pilot's improper recovery from bounced landing which resulted in substantial damage to the airplane. |
| Aug 25, 2002 | Tarboro, NC | N2291E | Incident | substantial |
The failure of the solo student to maintain directional control of the airplane during the takeoff roll/run which resulted in the airplane veering off…The failure of the solo student to maintain directional control of the airplane during the takeoff roll/run which resulted in the airplane veering off the runway and impacting trees, incurring substantial damage. |
| Aug 23, 2002 | Mesa, AZ | N4796E | Incident | destroyed | An electrical fire of unknown origin centered near the circuit breaker/throttle area of the instrument panel. |
| Aug 05, 2002 | Williamsport, PA | N739GV | Incident | substantial | The student pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from a building while taxiing. |
| Aug 04, 2002 | Sidney, NE | N739VN | Incident | substantial | The pilot not maintaining sufficient airspeed during the takeoff, and the inadvertent stall encountered by the pilot. The low altitude was a factor. |
| Jul 31, 2002 | Fort Collins, CO | N5088K | Incident | substantial |
the student pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control and subsequent inadvertent stall/mush into terrain during a soft field take off. Contributin…the student pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control and subsequent inadvertent stall/mush into terrain during a soft field take off. Contributing factors include the pilot's lack of experience and the high density altitude conditions. |
| Jul 18, 2002 | Spearfish, SD | N1373E | Incident | substantial |
The probable cause of this accident was the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the takeoff roll. Differences in c…The probable cause of this accident was the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the takeoff roll. Differences in control forces and aircraft handling due to initiating the takeoff without fully retracting the flaps is a contributing factor. |
| Jul 14, 2002 | Middletown, RI | N733NQ | Incident | substantial | The pilot's improper flare. A factor was the shifting wind. |
| Jul 11, 2002 | Pickens, SC | N737CQ | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's improper preflight planning/preparation that resulted in the airplane's gust lock being left installed which resulted in a loss of control…The pilot's improper preflight planning/preparation that resulted in the airplane's gust lock being left installed which resulted in a loss of control during the takeoff roll and damage to the airplane when it exited the departure end of the runway and collided with trees. |
| Jun 24, 2002 | NORTH LAS VEGAS, NV | N160RA | Incident | substantial | The pilot's decision to continue the flight after dark with an inoperative taxi/landing light deficiency, and his unfamiliarity with the taxiways. |
| Jun 22, 2002 | Lynchburg, VA | N5408E | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane, a factor was the tailwind. |
| Jun 22, 2002 | Marietta, GA | N739PF | Incident | substantial |
the pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll, which resulted in the airplane departing the left side of the runway, imp…the pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll, which resulted in the airplane departing the left side of the runway, impacting with a gully and nosing over. |
| Jun 20, 2002 | Minneapolis, MN | N4808F | Incident | substantial | The pilot did not maintain clearance from the vehicle while taxiing. A factor was the fuel truck. |
| May 22, 2002 | Glen Rose, TX | N734KG | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's failure to set the ignition key to the both magnetos position, which resulted in a loss of engine power. Contributing factors were the fa…The pilot's failure to set the ignition key to the both magnetos position, which resulted in a loss of engine power. Contributing factors were the failure of the left magneto, the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing, and the dark night. |
| Apr 10, 2002 | Appleton, WI | N733PX | Incident | substantial | The pilots failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the takeoff roll resulting in the subsequent impact with terrain. |
| Mar 03, 2002 | Longmont, CO | N5413J | Incident | substantial |
The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing. Factors included the student pilot's lack of experience, an icy runway, a…The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing. Factors included the student pilot's lack of experience, an icy runway, and a mound of snow adjacent to the runway. |
| Feb 25, 2002 | Madera, CA | N1977F | Incident | substantial | The pilot's becoming lost/disoriented. |
| Feb 17, 2002 | Durango, CO | N4642J | Incident | substantial |
the pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Contributing factors were the crosswind and the pilot's fatigue from lack…the pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Contributing factors were the crosswind and the pilot's fatigue from lack of sleep. |
| Feb 13, 2002 | GLENDALE, AZ | N739NS | Incident | substantial | The pilot of the landing airplane failed to maintain directional control resulting in the on-ground collission. |
| Feb 08, 2002 | Santa Fe, NM | N75616 | Incident | substantial |
the loss of engine power as result of the failure of the dual magneto. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the precautionary l…the loss of engine power as result of the failure of the dual magneto. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the precautionary landing. |
| Feb 05, 2002 | Ottumwa, IA | N733FT | Incident | substantial | the student pilot failed to maintain directional control during takeoff. A contributing factor was the snowbank. |
| Dec 13, 2001 | Broomfield, CO | N73892 | Incident | substantial | the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane while landing. A contributing factor was the crosswind. |
| Nov 24, 2001 | Snohomish, WA | N733XW | Incident | substantial | The student pilot misjudged the distance from a fence during taxi. The flight instructors inadequate supervision and the fence were factors. |
| Oct 21, 2001 | Provo, UT | N5552E | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing. Contributing factors were the pilot's lack of total experience in aircraft, and the pilot's lac…The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing. Contributing factors were the pilot's lack of total experience in aircraft, and the pilot's lack of recent experience in kind of aircraft. |