How many accidents has the Cessna 175B had?

The NTSB has recorded 20 events involving the Cessna 175B: 4 fatal, 2 serious, 8 minor injuries, and 6 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Cessna 175B a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Cessna 175B has 20 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

Cessna 175B Safety Record

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

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Fatal (7 fatalities)

Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
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.
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.
Jul 08, 1991	FARMINGTON, MD	N8246T	Incident	substantial	AN ABORTED TAKEOFF DUE TO THE PILOT'S REPORTED BINDING OF THE ELEVATOR.
Jun 06, 1985	LANCASTER, OH	N8243T	Incident	substantial	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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