Cessna 177RG Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 244 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 05, 2011 | Gila Bend, AZ | N2637V | Incident | substantial |
A total loss of engine power during cruise flight due to both sets of magneto points failing to open as a result of excessive wear of the magneto cam …A total loss of engine power during cruise flight due to both sets of magneto points failing to open as a result of excessive wear of the magneto cam followers. |
| Oct 28, 2010 | Bedford, KY | N33224 | Incident | substantial | The mechanic's failure to properly secure a fuel line when it was reinstalled during an engine inspection. |
| Jun 07, 2010 | Marietta, OH | N2016Q | Incident | substantial |
The total loss of engine power due to the fatigue failure of the No. 2 cylinder attachment fasteners as a result of improper engine overhaul practices…The total loss of engine power due to the fatigue failure of the No. 2 cylinder attachment fasteners as a result of improper engine overhaul practices. |
| Sep 18, 2008 | Ellsworth, KS | N8276G | Incident | substantial | The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. |
| Aug 19, 2008 | Lake Tahoe, CA | N8053G | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind and density altitude conditions and failure to attain and maintain an adequate airspeed that resulted…The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind and density altitude conditions and failure to attain and maintain an adequate airspeed that resulted in a stall/mush. |
| Apr 08, 2008 | Redding, CA | N1925Q | Incident | substantial |
The failure of the pilot under instruction to lower the landing gear, the failure of both pilots to follow the landing checklist, and the flight instr…The failure of the pilot under instruction to lower the landing gear, the failure of both pilots to follow the landing checklist, and the flight instructor's inadequate supervision of the flight. |
| Sep 16, 2007 | Compton, CA | N1844Q | Incident | substantial | the pilot misjudged the flare resulting in a hard landing and loss of aircraft control. |
| Jul 06, 2007 | Pedricktown, NJ | N52650 | Incident | substantial |
The first pilot's inadequate preflight inspection, and water contamination of the airplane's fuel system. A factor contributing to the accident was r…The first pilot's inadequate preflight inspection, and water contamination of the airplane's fuel system. A factor contributing to the accident was rough/uneven terrain. |
| Jun 26, 2007 | Fresno, CA | N47RH | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during takeoff. |
| Jul 19, 2006 | Camarillo, CA | N34480 | Incident | substantial | the pilot's failure to extended the landing gear and verify the proper landing gear configuration prior to landing, resulting in a gear-up landing. |
| Dec 23, 2004 | Phoenix, AZ | N1JM | Incident | substantial | the pilot's inadequate compensation for the existing crosswind condition and failure to maintain directional control during landing. |
| Dec 26, 2003 | Waterloo, IA | N7575V | Incident | substantial | The impact with a deer during landing roll. A contributing factor was the night lighting conditions. |
| May 29, 2003 | Wilmington, NC | N33223 | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll. A factor was the ditch. |
| Apr 11, 2003 | REDDING, CA | N1925Q | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's improper engine starting procedures, and his failure to maintain clearance with a parked airplane, resulting in a collision with the parke…The pilot's improper engine starting procedures, and his failure to maintain clearance with a parked airplane, resulting in a collision with the parked and unoccupied airplane. |
| May 31, 2002 | Trenton, NJ | N8200G | Incident | substantial |
The separation of the engine induction alternate air door, which resulted in a loss of engine power. A factor was the non-compliance with the manufac…The separation of the engine induction alternate air door, which resulted in a loss of engine power. A factor was the non-compliance with the manufacturer's service letter. |
| Sep 08, 2001 | St. George, UT | N52043 | Incident | substantial | brake system failure for reasons undetermined, which resulted in a loss of control on landing. |
| Aug 31, 2001 | FAIRBANKS, AK | N45367 | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to extend the landing gear. |
| Aug 16, 2001 | SIKESTON, MO | N27JS | Incident | substantial | The loss of engine power during the initial climb due to fuel contamination, water. A factor relating to the accident was the trees. |
| Jul 01, 2001 | Broomfield, CO | N2129Q | Incident | substantial | failure of the nose landing gear hydraulic UP hose, which resulted in a wheels-up landing.. |
| Jan 05, 2001 | DEL RIO, TX | N45373 | Incident | substantial | The pilot's inadequate compensation for the winds. A factor was the windshear. |
| Dec 21, 2000 | SAN CARLOS, CA | N2102Q | Incident | substantial | A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons during an extended downwind leg in the landing pattern. |
| Nov 18, 2000 | WAUTOMA, WI | N8027G | Incident | substantial |
the deer that traveled onto the runway and contacted the airplane. Factors associated with the accident were the night light conditions and the light…the deer that traveled onto the runway and contacted the airplane. Factors associated with the accident were the night light conditions and the light snow that was falling. |
| Sep 07, 2000 | MOUNTAIN HOME, AR | N2035Q | Incident | substantial | The failure of the landing gear to extend due to the empty hydraulic reservoir. |
| Sep 07, 2000 | ELMER, NJ | N2156Q | Incident | substantial | The instructor's failure to take remedial action. |
| Jul 06, 1999 | FAIRBANKS, AK | N45367 | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to extend the airplane landing gear. A factor in the accident was an interference with the pilot's habit pattern. |