Cessna 172N Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 1178 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

1178

All Events

709

Incidents

180

Minor

90

Serious

197

Fatal (403 fatalities)
Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Mar 09, 2012 Kelso, WA N5290D Incident substantial The pilot did not maintain directional control during the landing flare.
Feb 17, 2012 Flat Rock, VA N4737D Incident substantial The partial loss of engine power due to the failure of the exhaust valve spring seat for reasons that could not be determined.
Dec 03, 2011 Wauseon, OH N737ET Incident substantial The student pilot's loss of directional control during landing.
Oct 17, 2011 Covington, LA N2401E Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed during a banner drop, resulting in an aerodynamic stall.
Sep 22, 2011 Wadsworth, OH N9348E Incident substantial The pilot's misjudgment of his speed and distance, which resulted in an overrun.
Aug 31, 2011 Plymouth, MA N739RU Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate flare and improper recovery from a bounced landing.
Aug 18, 2011 Winnsboro, LA N3209E Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during takeoff with a gusting crosswind.
Jul 17, 2011 Porthill, ID N733BT Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a pole.
Jul 04, 2011 Orange Beach, AL N109DP Incident substantial
The operation of the airplane using unapproved fuels, which resulted in abnormal combustion and subsequent damage to the No. 3 cylinder. Contributing …

The operation of the airplane using unapproved fuels, which resulted in abnormal combustion and subsequent damage to the No. 3 cylinder. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate 100-hour inspection because the mechanic failed to note the lack of placards by either fuel filler cap specifying the minimum automotive fuel grade and no alcohol allowed as specified by the installed STC’s.
Jun 26, 2011 Olympia, WA N5366J Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from obstacles.
Jun 19, 2011 Santa Teresa, NM N739ZN Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind condition, resulting in a runway excursion.
Jun 18, 2011 Bedford Park, IL N172NT Incident substantial A loss of engine power due to a fractured push rod precipitated by a stuck exhaust valve.
Jun 15, 2011 Belle Glades, FL N4954G Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during the landing approach.
Apr 10, 2011 Millville, NJ N6338F Incident substantial The pilot’s improper recovery from a bounced landing which resulted in a loss of aircraft control during the go-around.
Apr 06, 2011 Snohomish, WA N492SF Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a hangar while taxiing.
Apr 03, 2011 Colorado Springs, CO N3484E Incident substantial The pilot loss of directional control during landing in gusty crosswind conditions.
Mar 31, 2011 Appleton, WI N73836 Incident substantial The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during takeoff.
Mar 26, 2011 Graham, TX N9961E Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Feb 12, 2011 Poplar Grove, IL N733TM Incident substantial The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the takeoff.
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.
Nov 14, 2010 Gaithersburg, MD N249ER Incident substantial The student pilot's inadequate use of the rudder, and subsequent loss of directional control.
Oct 02, 2010 Salem, OR N545DS Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
Oct 01, 2010 Wabash, IN N2140E Incident substantial The student pilot's failure to maintain proper airspeed during the landing and certificated flight instructor's failure to execute a go-around.
Jul 31, 2010 Elk Creek, VA N172FL Incident substantial The student pilot’s continued visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in an off-airport landing.
Jul 30, 2010 Perry, GA N1351E Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a pole while taxiing.
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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