Cessna 172R Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 422 events recorded from 1982 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 12, 2002 | Longview, TX | N61LU | Incident | substantial | The in-flight collision with a bird. |
| Mar 25, 2002 | Camarillo, CA | N2630U | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain directional control. |
| Jan 27, 2002 | Richmond, VA | N9525V | Incident | substantial | The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing. A factor in the accident was the pilot improper flare. |
| Jan 05, 2002 | Tampa, FL | N2371N | Fatal (1) | destroyed | The pilot's unauthorized use of an aircraft for the purpose of commiting suicide. |
| Oct 01, 2001 | Wauchula, FL | N851CP | Incident | substantial |
the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the aircraft while attempting to take off after executing a touch-and-go landing, in gusty wind…the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the aircraft while attempting to take off after executing a touch-and-go landing, in gusty wind conditions, which resulted in a ground swerve, and the aircraft exiting the runway, and incurring substantial damage when it collided with a ditch. |
| Sep 30, 2001 | Newberg, OR | N6515R | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to lower the landing gear. A factor was the pilot's failure to follow checklist procedures. |
| Sep 27, 2001 | Englewood, CO | N9320D | Incident | substantial |
the failure of the dual student to verify that the landing gear was down and locked, and the failure of the flight instructor to adequately supervise …the failure of the dual student to verify that the landing gear was down and locked, and the failure of the flight instructor to adequately supervise the dual student. |
| Sep 17, 2001 | Orlando, FL | N158RA | Incident | substantial |
The improper installation of the engine vacuum pump by maintenance personnel which resulted in oil exhaustion and the subsequent loss of engine power.…The improper installation of the engine vacuum pump by maintenance personnel which resulted in oil exhaustion and the subsequent loss of engine power. A factor was the none-suitable terrain. |
| Sep 08, 2001 | Orlando, FL | N859CP | Incident | substantial |
the pilot's failure to keep a proper visual lookout and ensure proper clearance during taxi operations, which resulted in a collision with another par…the pilot's failure to keep a proper visual lookout and ensure proper clearance during taxi operations, which resulted in a collision with another parked aircraft. |
| Sep 05, 2001 | Carbonado, WA | N44EF | Minor | substantial |
The pilot-in-command's failure to utilize carburetor heat resulting in a loss of power and consequent descent into trees and terrain. Contributing fa…The pilot-in-command's failure to utilize carburetor heat resulting in a loss of power and consequent descent into trees and terrain. Contributing factors were carburetor icing conditions and mountainous/hilly terrain. |
| Jul 28, 2001 | Gunnison, CO | N401TA | Serious (3) | destroyed |
the pilot's failure to attain the proper climb rate, and his improper inflight planning/decision to attempt to cross mountainous terrain at an inadequ…the pilot's failure to attain the proper climb rate, and his improper inflight planning/decision to attempt to cross mountainous terrain at an inadequate altitude. Contributing factors were the downdraft and the pilot's total lack of experience in mountain flying. |
| Jul 21, 2001 | Ormond Beach, FL | N448ER | Incident | substantial | The student pilots improper flare, and improper recovery from a bounced landing. A factor was the student pilot's lack of total experience. |
| Jun 15, 2001 | Waveland, MS | N4734R | Fatal (1) | destroyed |
The incapacitation of the pilot (cardiovascular) resulting in his inability to fly the airplane and subsequent in-flight collision with trees then a h…The incapacitation of the pilot (cardiovascular) resulting in his inability to fly the airplane and subsequent in-flight collision with trees then a house. |
| May 19, 2001 | Alton, IL | N9532K | Incident | substantial | The misjudged flare by the pilot. |
| May 03, 2001 | Washington, OK | N9696B | Minor | substantial |
the in-flight fire for an undetermined reason, which resulted in a forced landing. A contributory factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the for…the in-flight fire for an undetermined reason, which resulted in a forced landing. A contributory factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing. |
| Apr 09, 2001 | Lawrence, MA | N2462T | Incident | substantial | The pilot's improper flare. |
| Apr 09, 2001 | Ormond Beach, FL | N436ER | Incident | substantial |
the flight instructor's inadequate supervision and the dual student's improper use of brakes which resulted in the loss of directional control and co…the flight instructor's inadequate supervision and the dual student's improper use of brakes which resulted in the loss of directional control and collision with a wind sock. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor's failure to follow procedures/directives. |
| Mar 24, 2001 | Waco, TX | N4823V | Incident | substantial |
the failure of the number four cylinder exhaust valve which resulted in a total loss of engine power during cruise. A contributing factor was the lac…the failure of the number four cylinder exhaust valve which resulted in a total loss of engine power during cruise. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing. |
| Mar 20, 2001 | Stanford, CA | N6307R | Incident | substantial | Failure of company maintenance personnel to properly install and safety wire the oil filter, which subsequently lead to a loss of engine power. |
| Mar 08, 2001 | CARTERSVILLE, GA | N651MA | Incident | substantial | the pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane which resulted in the airplane veering off course and subsequent impact with trees. |
| Feb 13, 2001 | Battle Creek, MI | N975BC | Incident | substantial |
Aircraft control not maintained by the student pilot during the takeoff roll. Factors to the accident were the student pilot's lack of experience and…Aircraft control not maintained by the student pilot during the takeoff roll. Factors to the accident were the student pilot's lack of experience and the snowbank. |
| Feb 03, 2001 | Troy, MI | N369ER | Incident | substantial | the excessive touchdown airspeed and the directional control not maintained by the pilot. The snow bank was a contributing factor. |
| Jan 31, 2001 | Sunfield, MI | N6448V | Incident | substantial | The pilot's inadequate preflight preparation and the unsuitable terrain for takeoff encountered. Factors included the slushy runway and the snowbank. |
| Aug 29, 2000 | NEW LENOX, IL | N364SA | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing. Factors to the accident were the pipe that was struck, the crosswind, and the pil…The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing. Factors to the accident were the pipe that was struck, the crosswind, and the pilot's runway selection. |
| Aug 05, 2000 | LUZERNE, MI | N395ES | Incident | substantial | the misjudged flare and porpoise encountered during landing by the pilot. A factor to the accident was the collapse of the nose gear. |