Cessna 172P Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 696 events recorded from 1982 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 04, 2000 | Inverness, FL | N54729 | Incident | substantial |
a loss of directional control on landing due to the pilot's failure to execute a proper flare and recovery from the resultant bounced landing, causing…a loss of directional control on landing due to the pilot's failure to execute a proper flare and recovery from the resultant bounced landing, causing the airplane to depart the runway, enter the uneven grass infield, and sustain a nose over. |
| Nov 02, 2000 | WALDRON ISLAND, WA | N65923 | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's improper distance/speed during the approach, which lead to an overrun during the landing roll and subsequent collision with trees. A fact…The pilot's improper distance/speed during the approach, which lead to an overrun during the landing roll and subsequent collision with trees. A factor was the trees beyond the upwind end of the runway. |
| Sep 26, 2000 | WHEELING, IL | N98629 | Incident | substantial |
The student pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind that resulted in the failure to maintain directional control of the airplane. Factors a…The student pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind that resulted in the failure to maintain directional control of the airplane. Factors associated with the accident were the crosswind, the ditch, the student's lack of experience, and the poor in-flight planning decision to land on a runway with a direct crosswind. |
| Sep 03, 2000 | AUBURN, WA | N531PC | Incident | substantial | Damage to aircraft under unknown circumstances. |
| Aug 21, 2000 | SAN ANTONIO, TX | N98873 | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain control during landing. A factor was the reported wind gust. |
| Jul 18, 2000 | JESUP, GA | N51996 | Incident | substantial |
The failure of the student pilot to maintain directional control during takeoff resulting in an excursion off the runway and collision with adjacent f…The failure of the student pilot to maintain directional control during takeoff resulting in an excursion off the runway and collision with adjacent foliage. A factor in the accident was the student's decision to takeoff downwind. |
| Jul 03, 2000 | PRICE, UT | N51208 | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the aircraft during landing roll. Factors were strong and gusty winds. |
| Apr 08, 2000 | FORT COLLINS, CO | N65312 | Incident | substantial |
On ground loss of control resulting in collision with airport markings due to inadequate compensation for wind conditions during landing roll. Factor…On ground loss of control resulting in collision with airport markings due to inadequate compensation for wind conditions during landing roll. Factors were inaccurate in flight planning by landing with a tail wind component and lack of total pilot experience. |
| Mar 29, 2000 | ST. PETERSBURG, FL | N9400L | Incident | substantial | The failure of the pilot to maintain clearance between the left wingtip and a hangar door resulting in the on-ground collision. |
| Jan 08, 2000 | HUNTSVILLE, UT | N65710 | Incident | substantial | The snow shower, and the lack of suitable terrain for the precautionary landing. |
| Oct 23, 1999 | WENATCHEE, WA | N54844 | Incident | minor | The failure of the pilots in both aircraft to maintain an adequate visual lookout. Haze was a factor. |
| Oct 08, 1999 | TORRANCE, CA | N123FR | Incident | substantial | The pilot's excessive airspeed on final approach and his misjudged flare, which resulted in a uncontrolled porpoise and hard landing. |
| Sep 21, 1999 | FRIENDLY, MD | N63325 | Incident | substantial | The pilot's misjudgment of speed during the landing approach. The inoperative airspeed indicator was a contributing factor. |
| Sep 06, 1999 | BUCHANAN, GA | N7883U | Incident | substantial |
The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Factors were conditions favorable for the formation of carburetor ice during glide and cruise, and …The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Factors were conditions favorable for the formation of carburetor ice during glide and cruise, and rough and uneven terrain. |
| Sep 03, 1999 | ENGLEWOOD, CO | N62740 | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during the flare for landing/touchdown phase of flight. A factor was a ditch off the side of the ru…The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during the flare for landing/touchdown phase of flight. A factor was a ditch off the side of the runway. |
| Aug 23, 1999 | HAMPTON, GA | N55218 | Incident | substantial |
Was the failure of the pilot-in-command to maintain directional control after touchdown following a bounced landing, resulting in the on-ground collis…Was the failure of the pilot-in-command to maintain directional control after touchdown following a bounced landing, resulting in the on-ground collision with a taxiway sign and the separation of the right main landing gear. |
| Aug 11, 1999 | MONTGOMERY, NY | N65742 | Incident | substantial | the failure of the student pilot to maintain directional control during the touchdown and landing roll. |
| Aug 06, 1999 | WAUKEGAN, IL | N933LA | Incident | substantial | the pilot's misjudged landing flare and his inadequate recovery from the bounced landing. |
| Jun 28, 1999 | GAITHERSBURG, MD | N62284 | Incident | substantial |
was the pilot's failure to obtain the proper rotation speed and his subsequent loss of directional control. A factor in the accident was the improper…was the pilot's failure to obtain the proper rotation speed and his subsequent loss of directional control. A factor in the accident was the improper setting of the elevator trim. |
| May 18, 1999 | WICHITA, KS | N172YA | Incident | substantial | the student pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing. |
| Apr 02, 1999 | LAWRENCE, MA | N66162 | Incident | substantial | The student pilot's improper flare, and his improper recover from a bounced landing. |
| Mar 07, 1999 | PLAINFIELD, IL | N65192 | Incident | substantial | the pilot's inadequate directional control during landing roll. A factor was the snow bank. |
| Feb 26, 1999 | DEATH VALLEY, CA | N99269 | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's use of an excessive approach reference speed and his misjudged distance/speed relationship to the runway, which resulted in a landing over…The pilot's use of an excessive approach reference speed and his misjudged distance/speed relationship to the runway, which resulted in a landing overrun. The pilot's failure to execute a timely go-around was also causal. |
| Feb 21, 1999 | PELION, SC | N65770 | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's loss of directional control during landing roll as a result of improper recovery from a bounced landing and the subsequent excursion from …The pilot's loss of directional control during landing roll as a result of improper recovery from a bounced landing and the subsequent excursion from the runway, collision with the adjacent terrain, and collapse of the nose landing gear. |
| Feb 10, 1999 | CLEVELAND, MS | N6089K | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing, resulting in a blown nose tire, loss of directional control, and subsequent collision with terra…The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing, resulting in a blown nose tire, loss of directional control, and subsequent collision with terrain. |