Cessna 175 Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 226 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 08, 2016 | Pine Bluff, AR | N6649E | Fatal (1) | substantial |
A loss of engine power during cruise flight for reasons that could not be determined because a test run of the engine did not reveal any mechanical ma…A loss of engine power during cruise flight for reasons that could not be determined because a test run of the engine did not reveal any mechanical malfunctions or anomalies that would have precluded normal operation. Contributing to the accident were the tree stumps at the forced landing site. |
| Apr 14, 2016 | Wartburg, TN | N6792E | Minor | substantial | Catastrophic engine failure due to a fatigue fracture of the No. 6 connecting rod cap. |
| Apr 02, 2016 | Hurley, MS | N8115T | Incident | substantial |
The mechanic's failure to identify and remove a plastic sheath covering a portion of the mixture control cable during an annual inspection, which prev…The mechanic's failure to identify and remove a plastic sheath covering a portion of the mixture control cable during an annual inspection, which prevented the proper securing of the mixture control cable and full travel of the control at the carburetor and subsequently led to the pilot's inability to properly control the mixture control lever at the carburetor and the resultant partial loss of engine power. |
| Feb 08, 2016 | Gold Beach, OR | N6951E | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain an approach angle of descent to avoid obstacles, resulting in the airplane striking the airport perimeter fence. |
| Jan 05, 2016 | Seeley Lake, MT | N9493B | Incident | substantial |
The pilot' failure to identify the plowed runway width in dusk and flat light conditions, which resulted in a touchdown left of the runway center, an …The pilot' failure to identify the plowed runway width in dusk and flat light conditions, which resulted in a touchdown left of the runway center, an impact with a snow berm, and a ground loop. |
| Sep 16, 2014 | Ambler, AK | N6589E | Incident | substantial | The pilot's decision to takeoff from a rough airstrip in gusty wind conditions, which resulted in a loss of control. |
| Aug 23, 2014 | Talkeetna, AK | N7119M | Minor | substantial |
The pilot's selection of an unsuitable takeoff area, resulting in a loss of control and subsequent inflight collision with terrain during takeoff. Con…The pilot's selection of an unsuitable takeoff area, resulting in a loss of control and subsequent inflight collision with terrain during takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to use the checklist, resulting in an improper propeller pitch setting for takeoff, and the pilot's inadvertent partial application of the wheel brakes during the takeoff roll. |
| Jun 19, 2014 | Salmon, ID | N7936T | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point that resulted in a runway overrun. |
| Jun 18, 2014 | Moab, UT | N7043M | Fatal (1) | destroyed |
The pilot’s decision to approach rising mountainous terrain at too low an altitude to clear it and his subsequent attempt to climb, which exceeded the…The pilot’s decision to approach rising mountainous terrain at too low an altitude to clear it and his subsequent attempt to climb, which exceeded the airplane’s critical angle-of-attack and resulted in a stall/spin. |
| Jul 27, 2013 | Willimantic, CT | N9388B | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a ground loop. |
| Jun 29, 2013 | Skwentna, AK | N7698M | Incident | substantial |
The partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because the postaccident examination of the engine did not reveal any anomal…The partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because the postaccident examination of the engine did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation. . |
| Jun 16, 2013 | Needles, CA | N9370B | Serious (2) | substantial |
A loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot’s inadequate fuel planning. Contributing to the severity of the front passenger…A loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot’s inadequate fuel planning. Contributing to the severity of the front passenger’s injuries was the pilot’s decision to depart with more passengers than available seats, which resulted in an adult and a child passenger sharing a seatbelt. Contributing to the severity of the rear passenger’s injuries was the failure of the unapproved modified seat installation. |
| Apr 20, 2013 | Albuquerque, NM | N6955E | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s inability to maintain airplane control during taxi due to an inadvertent encounter with a dust devil. |
| Feb 02, 2013 | Wellsville, UT | N8125T | Incident | substantial | A loss of engine power during cruise flight due to carburetor ice. |
| Sep 25, 2012 | Spearfish, SD | N6979E | Incident | substantial | The pilot's delayed decision to abandon the landing attempt, which resulted in the airplane colliding with rising terrain. |
| Sep 05, 2012 | Hamilton, TX | N8260T | Incident | substantial | The partial loss of engine power due to an exhaust valve that was stuck in the open position. |
| Jul 17, 2012 | Shelby, IL | N7003E | Incident | substantial |
The loss of engine power due to oil starvation for reasons that could not be determined because engine examinations revealed no malfunctions or failur…The loss of engine power due to oil starvation for reasons that could not be determined because engine examinations revealed no malfunctions or failures that would have led to oil starvation. |
| Aug 31, 2011 | Sugar Creek, OH | N7103M | Incident | substantial | The pilot's delayed application of carburetor heat while operating in conditions conducive to carburetor icing. |
| Jul 23, 2011 | Greer, AZ | N9402B | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s improper flare and inadequate recovery from a bounced landing which resulted in a nose gear collapse. |
| Oct 08, 2010 | Humphrey, AR | N8323T | Minor | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from a static wire while maneuvering at a low altitude. |
| Sep 29, 2010 | Deming, NM | N9431B | Serious (1) | substantial | The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. |
| Jun 30, 2010 | Huntsville, UT | N9247B | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from terrain during climb. |
| Jun 27, 2010 | Brainerd, MN | N7691M | Incident | substantial | The pilot's loss of airplane control while taking off with gusting wind. |
| Apr 06, 2010 | Eveleth, MN | N9266B | Incident | substantial | The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing. |
| Sep 01, 2009 | Rio Blanco, CO | N6686E | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing and his failure to execute a go-around. |