Cessna 172S Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 410 events recorded from 1999 to 2025.

410

All Events

310

Incidents

35

Minor

16

Serious

45

Fatal (80 fatalities)
Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Apr 07, 2008 San Luis Obispo, CA N65630 Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate landing flare, resulting in a hard landing. Contributing to the accident was the gusty wind condition.
Mar 02, 2008 Lincoln Park, NJ N107MA Incident substantial The certificated flight instructor's delayed decision to go-around.
Feb 15, 2008 Orlando, FL N618VT Incident substantial The student pilot's inadequate recovery from a bounced landing.
Feb 08, 2008 Mesa, AZ N577SP Incident substantial an in-flight collision with a bird.
Feb 06, 2008 Austin, TX N53564 Incident minor The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane while parked on the ramp with the engine running.
Feb 03, 2008 Jenks, OK N766PD Incident substantial
The owner of the parking surface's failure to ensure that the parking surface was clear of hazards to taxiing airplanes and the pilot's failure to ens…

The owner of the parking surface's failure to ensure that the parking surface was clear of hazards to taxiing airplanes and the pilot's failure to ensure a safe taxi route in unfamiliar surroundings.
Jan 26, 2008 Westiminster, MD N65329 Incident substantial The student pilot's improper flare.
Dec 26, 2007 Fullerton, CA N13974 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain clearance while taxiing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's diverted attention.
Dec 14, 2007 El Cajon, CA N567SP Incident substantial The excessive speed while turning off of the runway which resulted in a loss of aircraft control. The ditch was a factor.
Oct 29, 2007 Palm Springs, CA N21101 Fatal (1) substantial The flight instructor's failure to maintain sufficient airspeed to avoid a stall during takeoff-initial climb, and his impairment from alcohol.
Sep 25, 2007 Tyler, TX N22237 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during takeoff. A contributing factor was the encounter with wake turbulence.
Aug 29, 2007 Bakersfield, CA N3544Z Incident substantial
The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll, which resulted in a collision with a taxiway sign…

The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll, which resulted in a collision with a taxiway sign.
Jul 18, 2007 Pahokee, FL N907JW Incident substantial
The student pilot's improper flare during the landing which resulted in a hard landing. The student pilot's failure to relinquish control of the airc…

The student pilot's improper flare during the landing which resulted in a hard landing. The student pilot's failure to relinquish control of the aircraft, the flight instructors inadequate supervision and not being able to recover control of the aircraft from the student which led to an inadvertent stall were factors.
Jul 15, 2007 Beverly, MA N13151 Incident substantial The pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing and nose gear collapse. A contributing factor was the wind gust.
Jul 03, 2007 Spanish Fork, UT N619TH Incident substantial The pilot's misjudged landing flare resulting in a porpoise and hard touchdown.
Jul 02, 2007 Santa Barbara, CA N214GZ Incident substantial the pilot's failure to maintain directional control.
Jun 25, 2007 Long Beach, CA N137RJ Incident substantial The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing which resulted in an inadvertent stall and a hard landing. The crosswind was a factor.
Jun 24, 2007 Jacksonville, FL N567DD Incident substantial the student pilot's failure to maintain directional control.
Jun 15, 2007 Batavia, NY N2228L Incident substantial The student pilot's failure to flare the airplane during landing resulting in a hard landing.
Jun 02, 2007 Raleigh-Durham, NC N2298W Incident substantial The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing.
Jun 02, 2007 Wendover, UT N65755 Minor destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
May 12, 2007 Carson City, NV N5023A Incident substantial The loss of directional control for undetermined reasons.
May 09, 2007 Asheville, NC N924LP Incident substantial
The pilot's improper landing flare which resulted in a hard landing. A factor in the accident was the visual illusion experienced by the pilot from l…

The pilot's improper landing flare which resulted in a hard landing. A factor in the accident was the visual illusion experienced by the pilot from landing on a long, wide runway.
May 07, 2007 Payson, AZ N533ER Incident substantial
The pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision, excessive airspeed on final approach, and failure to execute a go-around resulting in a misjudged …

The pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision, excessive airspeed on final approach, and failure to execute a go-around resulting in a misjudged flare and hard landing.
May 05, 2007 Daytona Beach, FL N462ER Incident substantial The pilot's improper flare at night, which resulted in a hard landing. A factor in the accident was the pilot's lack of recent night experience.
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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