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
Jun 21, 1999 KOTZEBUE, AK N2958K Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff.
Jun 19, 1999 KALISPELL, MT N4707U Incident substantial An encounter with a crosswind gust, which was not possible to compensate for.
Jun 17, 1999 SANTA MONICA, CA N181RC Incident substantial
The pilot's misjudged landing flare which resulted in a hard landing and the subsequent porpoising of the airplane; and his failure to maintain direct…

The pilot's misjudged landing flare which resulted in a hard landing and the subsequent porpoising of the airplane; and his failure to maintain directional control that resulted in a ground loop and substantial damage to the airplane.
Jun 09, 1999 PALMER, AK N7560K Incident substantial The failure of the pilot to maintain directional control during the water landing.
May 28, 1999 SEDONA, AZ N9270C Incident substantial Fuel exhaustion due to an inadequate fuel supply, and the pilot's inadequate in-flight planning fuel consumption calculations.
May 23, 1999 BREMERTON, WA N2567K Incident substantial Failure of the landing gear attach bolt due to fatigue failure resulting in the left main landing gear collapsing.
Apr 04, 1999 ILIAMNA, AK N420SB Incident substantial
The improper installation of the main landing gear attaching bolt by maintenance personnel, which resulted in total failure of the bolt and collapse o…

The improper installation of the main landing gear attaching bolt by maintenance personnel, which resulted in total failure of the bolt and collapse of the landing gear.
Mar 28, 1999 GLENNALLEN, AK N3452D Incident substantial The pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing site. A factor associated with the accident was the soft, snow-covered terrain.
Mar 14, 1999 FAIRBANKS, AK N4721U Incident substantial
Water contamination of the fuel supply, and the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection to ensure all water was removed from the fuel supply. Factors…

Water contamination of the fuel supply, and the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection to ensure all water was removed from the fuel supply. Factors in the accident were a wrinkle in the wing fuel tank bladder, and snow covered terrain.
Mar 07, 1999 INYOKERN, CA N345RC Incident substantial the pilot's inadequate compensation for the variable and gusting winds during a wheel landing, which led to a loss of directional control.
Jan 23, 1999 GRANBURY, TX N52170 Incident substantial The loss of engine power due to an undetermined reason. A factor was the power lines crossing the final approach path.
Dec 03, 1998 SPRINGDALE, AR N1774C Incident substantial The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing resulting in a ground loop. A factor was the pilot's improper landing flare.
Oct 15, 1998 ANCHORAGE, AK N4955A Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate compensation for crosswind conditions. Factors associated with the accident were a crosswind, and loose gavel.
Sep 23, 1998 PORT HEIDEN, AK N2204C Incident substantial The pilot's inadvertent activation of the brakes during the landing roll resulting in a ground loop/swerve.
Sep 18, 1998 CHALKITSIK, AK N9407C Incident substantial The pilot's failure to identify an unsafe/hazardous condition. A factor associated with the accident was soft terrain conditions.
Sep 12, 1998 LAKESHORE, MD N6503A Incident substantial Failures of the right float's nose wheel do to a preexisting fatigue crack.
Sep 11, 1998 DOUGLAS, WY N4612U Incident substantial A collision with a deer during take-off.
Sep 05, 1998 OROVILLE, WA N52130 Incident substantial The pilot-in-command's failure to establish and maintain proper alignment.
Aug 19, 1998 CORDOVA, AK N180WH Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff. Factors associated with the accident were soft airstrip conditions, and trees.
Aug 15, 1998 ANACONDA, MT N9115C Incident substantial
A ground-loop resulting from the pilot's inadequate remedial action while attempting to correct for an inadvertent loss of directional control during …

A ground-loop resulting from the pilot's inadequate remedial action while attempting to correct for an inadvertent loss of directional control during the landing roll. Factors include the loss of directional control and attempting to land with a tailwind.
Aug 01, 1998 OSHKOSH, WI N111WF Incident substantial the pilot of the other airplane did not maintain proper clearance.
Jul 10, 1998 WADSWORTH, OH N180DR Incident substantial A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Jun 29, 1998 OCOTILLO WELLS, CA N4803E Incident substantial Failure of the left main landing gear due to a probable hard landing at an undetermined time.
Jun 20, 1998 ALBUQUERQUE, NM N3196D Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain control of the aircraft during landing roll. A factor was crosswind.
Jun 02, 1998 NATCHEZ, MS N6471X Incident substantial The pilot's improper use of brakes on landing rollout. The tailwind was a factor.
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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