Cessna 177RG Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 244 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 28, 2025 | Snohomish, WA | N2155Q | Incident | substantial |
The pilot’s decision to continue the landing attempt with insufficient runway remaining, which resulted in a runway overrun and collision with a fence…The pilot’s decision to continue the landing attempt with insufficient runway remaining, which resulted in a runway overrun and collision with a fence. |
| May 16, 2025 | Wahoo, NE | N2614V | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from an obstacle during taxi operations. |
| May 01, 2025 | Grass Valley, CA | N52156 | Fatal (1) | substantial |
An improperly tightened B-nut fitting at the fuel flow divider, which resulted in a fuel leak and loss of engine power due to fuel starvation, and the…An improperly tightened B-nut fitting at the fuel flow divider, which resulted in a fuel leak and loss of engine power due to fuel starvation, and the inadequate maintenance inspection, which failed to detect and correct the discrepancy. |
| Mar 22, 2025 | Vereda El Corzo, OF | HK-1035G | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Oct 01, 2023 | Lake Placid, NY | N545PZ | Fatal (2) | substantial |
A partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s inadequate preflight weight and balance planning…A partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s inadequate preflight weight and balance planning and his aggressive low altitude maneuvering, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and loss of control. |
| Apr 14, 2023 | Crestview, FL | N7542V | Serious (1) | substantial |
The total loss of engine power due to the loosening and separation of the No. 1 connecting rod cap nuts in flight, resulting in catastrophic internal …The total loss of engine power due to the loosening and separation of the No. 1 connecting rod cap nuts in flight, resulting in catastrophic internal engine damage. Contributing to the accident was the pilot/owner’s failure to comply with the engine manufacturer’s service instruction on engine overhaul intervals. |
| Mar 15, 2023 | Spanish Fork, UT | N2572V | Incident | substantial | The retraction of the main landing gear for undetermined reasons. |
| Oct 18, 2022 | Mesa, AZ | N747ML | Serious (1) | substantial |
The failure of maintenance personnel to properly secure the fuel supply line to the fuel flow divider, which resulted in a fuel leak, fuel exhaustion,…The failure of maintenance personnel to properly secure the fuel supply line to the fuel flow divider, which resulted in a fuel leak, fuel exhaustion, and a total loss of engine power. |
| Oct 08, 2022 | Dacula, GA | N2047Q | Incident | substantial | An in-flight collision with a bird while on approach. |
| Aug 18, 2022 | Avalon, CA | N52946 | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to extend the landing gear before landing, resulting in a gear up landing and substantial damage to the airplane’s belly. |
| Jul 30, 2022 | Livermore, CA | N2591V | Incident | substantial | The total loss of engine power due to an inadequately maintained fuel injection servo. |
| Apr 02, 2022 | Gaithersburg, MD | N123LS | Minor | substantial |
The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering on final approach which resulted in a high sink rate and subsequent collision with…The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering on final approach which resulted in a high sink rate and subsequent collision with a fence. |
| Sep 12, 2021 | Lake Havasu City, AZ | N2085Q | Fatal (1) | substantial |
A partial loss of engine power during the airplane's initial climb due to wear of internal engine components, which prevented the engine from developi…A partial loss of engine power during the airplane's initial climb due to wear of internal engine components, which prevented the engine from developing full-rated power and resulted in a loss of altitude. |
| Aug 15, 2021 | Albuquerque, NM | N8029G | Incident | substantial |
The failure of the nose gear hydraulic flex line, which resulted in a loss of hydraulic fluid which prevented the main landing gear from fully extendi…The failure of the nose gear hydraulic flex line, which resulted in a loss of hydraulic fluid which prevented the main landing gear from fully extending and locking into place during landing. |
| Feb 24, 2021 | Amboise, OF | F-GAAC | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Feb 08, 2021 | Galt, MO | N8080G | Fatal (2) | destroyed |
The pilot’s decision to takeoff into instrument meteorological conditions consisting of low ceilings and icing and his failure to remain clear of terr…The pilot’s decision to takeoff into instrument meteorological conditions consisting of low ceilings and icing and his failure to remain clear of terrain while attempting to remain below the clouds, which resulted in impact with terrain. |
| Jan 17, 2021 | Richmond Hill, GA | N919DC | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s mismanagement of the fuel supply, which resulted in fuel starvation. |
| Sep 17, 2020 | Palatine, IL | N2699V | Incident | substantial | The loss of partial engine power due to fuel starvation during departure which resulted in a forced landing and collision with a utility pole. |
| Jul 26, 2020 | Lakeland, FL | N2629V | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during the attempted engine start. |
| Jul 24, 2020 | Salinas, PR | N1813Q | Incident | substantial | Contamination and corrosion within the fuel system that resulted in a blockage, starvation of fuel to the engine, and the total loss of engine power. |
| Jun 14, 2020 | Lynden, WA | N1958Q | Serious (1) | substantial |
The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the landing approach, which resulted in the airplane exceeding its critical angle of at…The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the landing approach, which resulted in the airplane exceeding its critical angle of attack, an aerodynamic stall, hard landing, and a landing gear collapse. |
| Apr 05, 2020 | Santa Paula, CA | N98SW | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to ensure adequate fuel onboard for the planned flight, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. |
| Mar 11, 2020 | Sterling, MA | N1572H | Fatal (1) | substantial | A total loss of engine power during takeoff due to fuel exhaustion. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection. |
| Feb 19, 2020 | Chesterfield, MO | N2763V | Incident | substantial | The flight instructor’s and student pilot’s failure to ensure that the landing gear was extended before landing. |
| Jul 27, 2019 | Fall City, WA | N1828Q | Minor | substantial | The failure of the No. 3 cylinder intake valve that resulted in a partial loss of engine power and a forced landing on uneven terrain. |