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
Aug 07, 2023 Aurora, OR N4757N Incident substantial The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing.
Jul 07, 2023 Richmond, VA N759HD Incident substantial
The pilot’s delay in performing a go-around after a likely encounter with low-level wind shear, resulting in a hard landing. Contributing to the accid…

The pilot’s delay in performing a go-around after a likely encounter with low-level wind shear, resulting in a hard landing. Contributing to the accident were the pilot’s failure to recognize the severity of the actual and forecasted weather near the airport and his continued approach to the airport with a thunderstorm and associated convective activity.

Jun 21, 2023 Idaho Falls, ID N3531Y Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while landing with a gusting crosswind.
May 01, 2023 Batesville, MS N8713X Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control while landing with a left gusting crosswind. Contributing to the accident was the partial loss of eng…

The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control while landing with a left gusting crosswind. Contributing to the accident was the partial loss of engine power during the go-around.

Apr 07, 2023 Gardner, KS N982NC Incident substantial A total loss of engine power due to failure of the No. 6 connecting rod as a result of detonation.
Mar 17, 2023 Minto, AK N6266E Incident substantial A total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined.
Feb 28, 2023 Labelle, FL N397ME Incident substantial A malfunction of the airplane’s right main wheel brake, which resulted in a loss of control and runway excursion during landing.
Jan 14, 2023 Las Animas, CO N9393H Incident substantial
The student pilot’s loss of control during approach for landing and the flight instructor’s inadequate supervision of the approach and delay in ensuri…

The student pilot’s loss of control during approach for landing and the flight instructor’s inadequate supervision of the approach and delay in ensuring a go-around was performed at the onset of a stall warning.

Jan 05, 2023 Council Bluffs, IA N71494 Incident substantial The partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined.
Dec 28, 2022 Ethel, WV N8217M Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion.
Dec 15, 2022 Denton, TX N21462 Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from another airplane while taxing in the run-up area.
Nov 24, 2022 Durango, CO N3886D Incident substantial A complete loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined from the available evidence.
Nov 06, 2022 Murdo, SD N699XM Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff with strong gusty surface winds.
Oct 29, 2022 Igarassu, OF PT-DAB Incident substantial Investigation pending
Oct 21, 2022 Factoryville, PA N658CP Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while practicing a soft-field takeoff maneuver, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact wi…

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while practicing a soft-field takeoff maneuver, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with a hangar.

Sep 04, 2022 Blairstown, NJ N8942G Incident substantial The pilot’s decision to cross the taxiway at an unsuitable location.
Aug 30, 2022 Tooele, UT N3094Q Incident substantial Loss of brake pressure to both sets of brakes during taxi due to failed brake caliper O-ring seals, which resulted in a loss of directional control.
Aug 20, 2022 Donnelly, ID N735DU Incident substantial
The pilot’s improper decision to takeoff from a wet grass runway which did not allow for adequate braking traction when the pilot aborted the takeoff,…

The pilot’s improper decision to takeoff from a wet grass runway which did not allow for adequate braking traction when the pilot aborted the takeoff, which resulted in a runway excursion.

Aug 19, 2022 Orlando, FL N6241A Incident substantial The pilot's improper fuel planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Aug 05, 2022 Benton, KS N97683 Incident substantial The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Aug 05, 2022 Yellow Pine, ID N722BS Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a tree while maneuvering.
Jul 31, 2022 Joliet, IL N3519Y Incident substantial The pilot’s inadequate landing flare, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing.
Jul 14, 2022 San Martin, CA N9802E Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Jul 06, 2022 McGrath, AK N8754X Incident substantial A nose landing gear collapse during landing for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information.
Jul 04, 2022 Petaluma, CA N8414S Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during a go-around in gusting wind conditions.
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.
← Cessna 182 For Sale All Cessna Models
Data source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database · About our data
View 493 Cessna 182 for sale ↓