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
Mar 07, 2004 Nashville, TN N325LA Incident substantial The pilot's improper landing flare and his inadequate recovery from a bounced landing resulting in a hard landing and propeller strike of the runway.
Mar 06, 2004 Sonora, CA N2819Y Incident substantial
the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection and failure to ensure adequate fuel was aboard, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and loss of engine power…

the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection and failure to ensure adequate fuel was aboard, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and loss of engine power.

Feb 22, 2004 Titusville, PA N7388N Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. A factor in the accident was the snow bank.
Feb 09, 2004 Yakutat, AK N71886 Incident substantial
The pilot's delayed use of carburetor heat, which resulted in an engine power loss during takeoff-initial climb, a forced landing, and subsequent coll…

The pilot's delayed use of carburetor heat, which resulted in an engine power loss during takeoff-initial climb, a forced landing, and subsequent collision with terrain. A factor contributing to the accident was the presence of carburetor icing conditions.

Feb 06, 2004 PHOENIX, AZ N2462X Incident substantial the pilot's misjudged landing flare, which led to a hard touchdown and a porpoise.
Jan 22, 2004 Ringgold, TX N9374H Incident substantial
The pilots failure to maintain clearance from the support wire while on a pipeline patrol flight. A contributing factor was the haze restricting the …

The pilots failure to maintain clearance from the support wire while on a pipeline patrol flight. A contributing factor was the haze restricting the pilots forward visibility, and low altitude flight.

Jan 18, 2004 St. George, UT N5202N Incident substantial the pilot's improper flare which resulted in a hard landing.
Dec 30, 2003 West Chicago, IL N5894B Incident substantial The inadequate starting and flooded engine procedure used by certified flight instructor while providing instruction to the dual student.
Dec 28, 2003 Hudson, CO N5609B Incident substantial
the pilot's failure to maintain directional control due to an excessive crosswind component, resulting in an uncontrolled groundloop/swerve. Contribut…

the pilot's failure to maintain directional control due to an excessive crosswind component, resulting in an uncontrolled groundloop/swerve. Contributing factors were the crosswind gust and the soft, sandy terrain.

Dec 16, 2003 Knoxville, TN N3191R Incident substantial The pilot's improper flare and his inadequate compensation for wind conditions. Wind gust was a factor
Nov 23, 2003 Tunkhannock, PA N735XY Incident substantial The pilot's misjudgment of distance resulting in an overrun.
Nov 22, 2003 Wausau, WI N323KW Incident substantial The pilot 's improper flare which resulted in a hard landing, and the flight instructors inadequate supervision.
Nov 08, 2003 Kapowsin, WA N2106G Incident substantial The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor to the accident was the trees.
Nov 01, 2003 Laytonsville, MD N70800 Incident substantial The pilot's abrupt evasive maneuver to avoid the deer, which resulted in the loss of airspeed and an inadvertent stall.
Oct 31, 2003 Albuquerque, NM N5127D Incident destroyed
the pilot's delayed use of carburetor heat and his inadequate flare resulting in a loss of engine power and a hard landing. Also causal was the inade…

the pilot's delayed use of carburetor heat and his inadequate flare resulting in a loss of engine power and a hard landing. Also causal was the inadequate supervision of the flight. Carburetor icing conditions was a contributing factor.

Oct 12, 2003 Lysite, WY N4981E Incident substantial
the pilot's fuel mismanagement resulting in the loss of engine power and the subsequent forced landing. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable…

the pilot's fuel mismanagement resulting in the loss of engine power and the subsequent forced landing. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing and the nose over.

Oct 10, 2003 Clarence Center, NY N8511T Incident substantial The pilot's delayed go-around decision. A factor in this accident was the night light condition.
Oct 07, 2003 Jean, NV N3904D Incident substantial the pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision which resulted in fuel exhaustion and the loss of engine power.
Oct 07, 2003 Randolph, UT N3348R Incident destroyed the pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed which resulted in a stall. Contributing factors were the wind gusts and crosswind conditions.
Oct 05, 2003 Knoxville, TN N1919X Incident substantial
The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection by his failure to secure the left fuel tank cap which resulted in fuel exhaustion, and the loss of engine …

The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection by his failure to secure the left fuel tank cap which resulted in fuel exhaustion, and the loss of engine power.

Sep 21, 2003 Joliet, IL N775WB Incident substantial
The pilot not performing a go-around when the other airplane taxied onto the landing runway, which resulted in the pilot not attaining the proper touc…

The pilot not performing a go-around when the other airplane taxied onto the landing runway, which resulted in the pilot not attaining the proper touchdown point. Factors to the accident include the failure of the alternator, the complete loss of electrical power, the other airplane, and the ravine.

Sep 17, 2003 Young, AZ N2646R Incident substantial the collision with a bull during takeoff.
Sep 12, 2003 Rushville, IN N8702X Incident substantial The pilot failed to maintain control of the airplane during the initial takeoff climb which resulted in an inadvertent stall.
Sep 07, 2003 Pine Haven, WY N6384B Incident substantial The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. The lack of suitable terrain is a contributing factor.
Aug 31, 2003 Marble Canyon, AZ N2898F Incident substantial
the failure of the pilot to retract the flaps and attain a sufficient airspeed during the attempted go-around, which resulted in a stall. The full no…

the failure of the pilot to retract the flaps and attain a sufficient airspeed during the attempted go-around, which resulted in a stall. The full nose-up trim was a contributing 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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