Cessna 172N Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 1178 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 16, 2012 | Eloy, AZ | N8293E | Incident | substantial | The pilot's improper flare, and his inadequate recovery from a bounced landing. |
| Sep 09, 2012 | Acreúna Municipality, BR | N1009F | Fatal (4) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Jul 25, 2012 | Ashland, OR | N738AJ | Incident | substantial | The student pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing. |
| Jul 16, 2012 | Rockford, ID | N5204K | Incident | substantial |
A partial loss of engine power during cruise flight due to the failure of the No. 3 cylinder exhaust valve for reasons that could not be determined du…A partial loss of engine power during cruise flight due to the failure of the No. 3 cylinder exhaust valve for reasons that could not be determined due to the damage to the valve head and the missing valve stem. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor’s improper approach to the runway, which resulted in an aborted landing and subsequent off-airport landing. |
| May 25, 2012 | Wichita, KS | N73743 | Minor | substantial |
The student pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during landing and the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action, which resulted in a colli…The student pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during landing and the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action, which resulted in a collision with terrain. |
| Mar 10, 2012 | Orleans, VT | N738QF | Minor | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from a power line while conducting low-altitude flight. |
| Mar 09, 2012 | Kelso, WA | N5290D | Incident | substantial | The pilot did not maintain directional control during the landing flare. |
| Mar 03, 2012 | Miranda, VE | YV105E | Fatal (1) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| 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. |
| Feb 10, 2012 | Floresville, TX | N5427J | Fatal (1) | substantial | The medical incapacitation of the pilot due to a sudden cardiac arrhythmia or acute myocardial infarction. |
| Feb 06, 2012 | Fresno, CA | N7582D | Fatal (1) | substantial |
The non-certificated pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from power lines. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s impairment due to performanc…The non-certificated pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from power lines. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s impairment due to performance-impairing drugs. |
| Dec 03, 2011 | Wauseon, OH | N737ET | Incident | substantial | The student pilot's loss of directional control during landing. |
| Nov 01, 2011 | Pompano Beach, FL | N739JN | Minor | substantial |
The separation of the throttle cable from its fitting, which resulted in an inability to control engine power. Contributing to the accident was the in…The separation of the throttle cable from its fitting, which resulted in an inability to control engine power. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate maintenance by the owner. |
| 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. |