Cessna 182 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 2779 events recorded from 1982 to 2026.

2779

All Events

1535

Incidents

459

Minor

249

Serious

529

Fatal (1000 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Jul 21, 2012 Farmingdale, NJ N2166G Minor substantial The pilot’s improper fuel management, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Jul 21, 2012 Corona, CA N640AM Serious (2) substantial
A loss of engine power shortly after takeoff for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies th…

A loss of engine power shortly after takeoff for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s decision to take off with a known but unidentified airplane deficiency.

Jun 29, 2012 Newark, OH N2591R Serious (1) substantial The pilot's loss of control during taxi in strong wind conditions.
Jun 28, 2012 Sussex, NJ N5143D Incident substantial The pilot’s delayed decision to abort the landing and perform a go-around, which resulted in a runway overrun.
Jun 24, 2012 Watsonville, CA N55DN Minor substantial
A total loss of engine power during approach for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any mechanical m…

A total loss of engine power during approach for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.

Jun 17, 2012 Woodland, CA N7437Q Minor substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain a proper descent path during the approach to land, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing, and his improper retract…

The pilot's failure to maintain a proper descent path during the approach to land, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing, and his improper retraction of the flaps during the subsequent attempted go-around.

Jun 16, 2012 Meadow Creek, MT N2424X Incident substantial The pilot's misjudged approach and improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
Jun 11, 2012 Colfax, WA N4715D Incident substantial The total loss of engine power during cruise flight due to the missing carburetor drain plug, which had not been secured with safety wire.
Jun 06, 2012 Hilo, HI N73466 Incident substantial The damage to the engine firewall for a reason that was undetermined because the damage was not reported when it occurred.
Jun 04, 2012 Coonabarabran, Australia, AS VH-CWQ Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Jun 02, 2012 Pista Aérea, MX N92201 Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
May 27, 2012 Fowlerville, MI N287TC Incident minor The airplane’s encounter with clear air turbulence, which caused a momentary loss of control and minor damage to the airplane.
May 26, 2012 Vashon Island, WA N70658 Minor substantial The pilot's loss of directional control during a rejected takeoff, which resulted in a noseover.
May 19, 2012 Veronica, AR LV-GTF Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
May 12, 2012 Houston, TX N703MM Incident substantial
The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Contributing to the accident was the student pilot’s interference…

The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Contributing to the accident was the student pilot’s interference with the flight instructor’s attempted remedial actions.

May 06, 2012 Newport, VT N9217G Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed during the approach, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and hard landing.
Apr 22, 2012 Delle, UT N2701F Minor substantial
The pilot’s failure to properly monitor the environment during the departure from a gravel parking area and runway, which resulted in the airplane’s c…

The pilot’s failure to properly monitor the environment during the departure from a gravel parking area and runway, which resulted in the airplane’s collision with a mound of gravel.

Apr 17, 2012 Georgetown, CA N3272S Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane while landing with a gusting wind.
Mar 17, 2012 Barrancabermeja, CO HK1441G Fatal (3) substantial Investigation pending
Mar 14, 2012 Caldwell, ID N5649B Incident substantial
The pilot did not properly secure the airplane before starting the engine by manually rotating the propeller, which resulted in the inadvertent moveme…

The pilot did not properly secure the airplane before starting the engine by manually rotating the propeller, which resulted in the inadvertent movement of the airplane.

Mar 01, 2012 Atlantic Ocean, AO N1338S Fatal (1) substantial Undetermined; the airplane and pilot are missing.
Feb 20, 2012 Anchorage, AK N6147B Incident substantial The pilot's inadvertent landing on a frozen lake in dark night conditions.
Feb 18, 2012 New Philadelphia, OH N20DE Incident substantial
The inadequate maintenance of the wheel attachment bolts, which resulted in the left wheel separating from the landing gear during landing due to duct…

The inadequate maintenance of the wheel attachment bolts, which resulted in the left wheel separating from the landing gear during landing due to ductile overstress fractures.

Dec 26, 2011 St. Paul, MN N2618F Incident substantial
The pilot's decision to land on a runway with a gusting, quartering tailwind and his inadequate compensation for the wind, which resulted in a hard la…

The pilot's decision to land on a runway with a gusting, quartering tailwind and his inadequate compensation for the wind, which resulted in a hard landing.

Dec 10, 2011 Lowman, ID N800YD Incident substantial The pilot's misjudgment of the runway surface firmness, which resulted in a nose-over during the landing roll.
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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