Cessna 175B Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 20 events recorded from 1983 to 2021.

20

All Events

6

Incidents

8

Minor

2

Serious

4

Fatal (7 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
May 03, 2021 Royal City, WA N8209T Minor substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during a landing with a tailwind which resulted in excessive ground speed, runway over run and subseq…

The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during a landing with a tailwind which resulted in excessive ground speed, runway over run and subsequent nose over.

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 02, 2013 Wellsville, UT N8125T Incident substantial A loss of engine power during cruise flight due to carburetor ice.
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.
Sep 15, 2005 Cleveland, TX N8285T Fatal (3) destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed resulting in an inadvertent stall/spin. A contributing factor was the low altitude.
Dec 31, 2004 Lawrenceburg, KY N8141T Minor substantial
The pilot's inadequate pre-flight planning and in-flight planning decision, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion, and a sub…

The pilot's inadequate pre-flight planning and in-flight planning decision, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion, and a subsequent forced landing.

Apr 16, 2004 Locust Grove, OK N8172T Minor substantial The improper installation of the generator, which resulted in oil starvation. A factor was the unsuitable terrain.
May 23, 2003 Cedar City, UT N8199T Minor destroyed
the pilot's inadvertently switching the fuel selector to the right tank, resulting in fuel starvation, and his failure to maintain direction control d…

the pilot's inadvertently switching the fuel selector to the right tank, resulting in fuel starvation, and his failure to maintain direction control during the forced landing. Contributing factors were the crosswind and the tree.

Apr 23, 2003 Bonanza, OR N8159T Minor substantial Separation of the connecting rod cap. Annual maintenance inspections which were disregarded by the owner/pilot was a factor.
Oct 14, 2002 Lake Elmo, MN N8161T Minor destroyed
The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control. Factors to the accident included the gusting wind conditions and the encountered windshear, which r…

The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control. Factors to the accident included the gusting wind conditions and the encountered windshear, which resulted in the inadvertent stall at a low altitude and subsequent in-flight collision with the transmission wire and hangar.

Sep 09, 2002 Arlington, WA N8195T Fatal (1) substantial
A partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons during the initial climb, followed by the pilot's failure to maintain airspeed while maneuveri…

A partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons during the initial climb, followed by the pilot's failure to maintain airspeed while maneuvering. Impairing drugs found in the pilot's system at the time of the accident were a factor.

May 13, 1999 SPUR, TX N8133T Incident substantial The total loss of engine power during cruise flight for an undetermined reason. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
May 15, 1998 FARMINGDALE, NY N7SB Minor destroyed
The engine's inability to provide full power, and the pilot's failure to use performance data. Factors in the accident were conditions conductive for…

The engine's inability to provide full power, and the pilot's failure to use performance data. Factors in the accident were conditions conductive for carburetor icing at reduced power, and the unsuitable terrain during the forced landing.

Oct 07, 1996 MOUNT PLEASANT, TX N8171T Serious (1) substantial
The total loss of engine power due to the #3 connecting rod separation resulting in engine seizure. Factors were the dark night and the lack of suitab…

The total loss of engine power due to the #3 connecting rod separation resulting in engine seizure. Factors were the dark night and the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.

Jun 21, 1994 SONORA, TX N8103T Serious (1) substantial THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN OBSTACLE CLEARANCE.
Jul 23, 1993 BLYTHE, CA N8264T Fatal (2) destroyed
THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO SEE AND AVOID THE CABLE DUE TO DRUG IMPAIRMENT. FACTORS WHICH CONTRIBUTED TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: THE PILOT'S INTENTIONAL BUZZING…

THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO SEE AND AVOID THE CABLE DUE TO DRUG IMPAIRMENT. FACTORS WHICH CONTRIBUTED TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: THE PILOT'S INTENTIONAL BUZZING, HIS OSTENTATIOUS DISPLAY, AND HIS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN AN ADEQUATE ALTITUDE OVER THE RIVER.

Jul 08, 1991 FARMINGTON, MD N8246T Incident substantial AN ABORTED TAKEOFF DUE TO THE PILOT'S REPORTED BINDING OF THE ELEVATOR.
May 18, 1988 ASIGIYUKPAK, AK N32CP Minor substantial Investigation pending
Jun 06, 1985 LANCASTER, OH N8243T Incident substantial Investigation pending
Oct 05, 1983 BURBANK, CA N8146T Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
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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