Cessna 180 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 1114 events recorded from 1981 to 2025.

1114

All Events

865

Incidents

107

Minor

51

Serious

87

Fatal (166 fatalities)
Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Oct 10, 2010 Farmington, NM N9277C Incident substantial The failure of the pilot and the flight instructor to maintain directional control of the airplane during a training maneuver.
Sep 24, 2010 Anchorage, AK N180BS Incident substantial The pilot's failure to compensate for the gusting wind during takeoff, which resulted in a loss of control and impact with water.
Sep 09, 2010 Huron, NY N180LE Minor substantial The pilot's inadequate preflight planning and preparation, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Aug 13, 2010 Hillsboro, OR N6475X Minor substantial A loss of engine power due to fuel starvation resulting from unporting when the pilot entered into a slip during the turn to the final approach leg.
Aug 02, 2010 Burnet, TX N5177E Incident substantial The failure of the tailwheel compression spring, which resulted in a loss of directional control during landing.
Jul 24, 2010 Davant, LA N7812K Fatal (1) substantial
The pilot’s improper application of the flight controls and throttle during landing, which resulted in a nose over and subsequent inverted immersion i…

The pilot’s improper application of the flight controls and throttle during landing, which resulted in a nose over and subsequent inverted immersion in the water. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action and inadequate supervision of the pilot receiving instruction.
Jul 12, 2010 Kakhonak, AK N7751K Incident substantial The pilot's decision to take off in unfavorable wind conditions.
Jul 01, 2010 Missoula, MT N3642C Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind conditions and failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
Jun 26, 2010 Cahokia, IL N2785K Incident substantial The fatigue failure of the axle's attaching bolts during landing.
Jun 24, 2010 Cooper Landing, AK N7715A Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during takeoff, resulting in an uncontrolled descent and collision with terrain.
Jun 21, 2010 Big Creek, ID N2350C Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while taxiing at an unfamiliar airstrip.
Jun 06, 2010 Kenai, AK N266V Incident substantial The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing, resulting in the airplane nosing over during taxi.
Jun 03, 2010 Humble, TX N154JD Minor substantial A loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's inadequate fuel management.
May 23, 2010 Kettle Falls, WA N9104R Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from obstacles during the landing roll. Contributing to the accident was the reduced visibility due to preci…

The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from obstacles during the landing roll. Contributing to the accident was the reduced visibility due to precipitation.
May 19, 2010 Renton, WA N66033 Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions, resulting in the loss of directional control during the landing roll.
May 16, 2010 Duluth, MN N6545A Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing.
May 14, 2010 Caldwell, ID N3142C Minor substantial A loss of directional control and runway excursion for undetermined reasons.
Feb 22, 2010 Kodiak, AK N5074E Incident substantial The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing, and his excessive use of brakes during the landing roll.
Oct 31, 2009 Bountiful, UT N1712C Incident substantial The failure of the inner tube of the right main tire during the landing roll.
Oct 10, 2009 Condon, OR N9586B Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the fence post on approach.
Oct 08, 2009 Pistol Creek, ID N1674C Incident substantial
The separation of one of the airplane's main landing gear legs during landing in variable gusting wind conditions, due to the nut being stripped from …

The separation of one of the airplane's main landing gear legs during landing in variable gusting wind conditions, due to the nut being stripped from the attachment bolt.
Oct 02, 2009 Mitchell, OR N1621C Serious (1) substantial The pilot’s lack of understanding of the airplane’s fuel system, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Sep 09, 2009 Juneau, AK N42250 Incident substantial The pilot's misjudged flare and loss of control during a glassy water landing.
Sep 07, 2009 Canby, MN N1250W Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane while landing in gusting crosswinds.
Aug 25, 2009 Chugiak, AK N4601A Minor substantial The pilot’s delayed use of carburetor heat while operating in conditions conducive to carburetor icing.
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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