How many accidents has the Cessna 182 had?

The NTSB has recorded 2779 events involving the Cessna 182: 529 fatal, 249 serious, 459 minor injuries, and 1535 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Cessna 182 a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Cessna 182 has 2779 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

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
Jun 29, 1998	CHICO HOT SPGS., MT	N1878M	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadequate remedial action while attempting to compensate for a change in crosswind velocity. Factors include a crosswind, hills near the … The pilot's inadequate remedial action while attempting to compensate for a change in crosswind velocity. Factors include a crosswind, hills near the runway, and high vegetation (weeds) near the runway.
Jun 20, 1998	MARKLEEVILLE, CA	N2772F	Incident	substantial	The failure of the pilot to maintain control of the aircraft on the landing roll. A factor is the pilot's neglect to lower the flaps and reduce his s… The failure of the pilot to maintain control of the aircraft on the landing roll. A factor is the pilot's neglect to lower the flaps and reduce his speed prior to landing.
May 20, 1998	INDEPENDENCE, MO	N507SD	Incident	substantial	A loss of engine power due to the separation of the induction system balance tube coupling from the intake manifold tube assembly. A related factor w… A loss of engine power due to the separation of the induction system balance tube coupling from the intake manifold tube assembly. A related factor was the soft field.
May 17, 1998	PALMER, AK	N4827D	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to abort the landing. A factor associated with the accident is the presence of a variable wind condition.
May 16, 1998	MARLBOROUGH, MA	N42770	Incident	substantial	The pilot's improper flare. A related factor was the crosswind.
Apr 14, 1998	ALBUQUERQUE, NM	N9008G	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point during landing, resulting in an overrun, and his exceeding the airplane's maximum crosswind c… The pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point during landing, resulting in an overrun, and his exceeding the airplane's maximum crosswind component. A factor was the gusty crosswind.
Mar 14, 1998	JACKSONVILLE, TX	N2130G	Incident	substantial	The partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Factors were the poor braking conditions due to the grassy wet runway.
Mar 09, 1998	SANTA ROSA, CA	N5704B	Incident	substantial	The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Mar 06, 1998	PIOCHE, NV	N6799M	Incident	substantial	The total loss of engine power due to carburetor icing. An additional factor in this accident was the pilot's decision to make the flight under known… The total loss of engine power due to carburetor icing. An additional factor in this accident was the pilot's decision to make the flight under known icing conditions.
Feb 10, 1998	PAYSON, AZ	N52748	Incident	substantial	The collapse of the nose landing gear for undetermined reasons.
Feb 01, 1998	EAST MORICHES, NY	N7275E	Incident	substantial	the pilot's improper planning/decision, and failure to attain rotation the airplane for lift-off, which led to an aborted takeoff and collision with a… the pilot's improper planning/decision, and failure to attain rotation the airplane for lift-off, which led to an aborted takeoff and collision with a fence. The proximity of the fence was a related factor.
Jan 30, 1998	STEAMBOAT SPRNG, CO	N2804Y	Incident	substantial	The total nonmechanical power loss due to the formation of carburetor ice. A factor was the deep snow covered field on which the forced landing was m… The total nonmechanical power loss due to the formation of carburetor ice. A factor was the deep snow covered field on which the forced landing was made.
Jan 22, 1998	KEELINE, WY	N759QZ	Incident	substantial	failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll. Factors relating to the accident included: a snow cover… failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll. Factors relating to the accident included: a snow covered/icy/muddy area on the runway, and the proximity of a snowbank to the runway.
Jan 14, 1998	MOUNT PLEASANT, PA	N71763	Incident	destroyed	The pilot's failure to initiate a go-around, and his failure to maintain adequate airspeed.
Dec 11, 1997	CHATHAM, MA	N20710	Incident	substantial	loss of engine power for undetermined reason(s). The tail wind component and an encounter with a ditch were related factors.
Nov 26, 1997	PALMDALE, CA	N3543Y	Incident	substantial	Loss of engine power due to icing conditions which plugged the fuel system vent.
Nov 23, 1997	WAYCROSS, GA	N48310	Incident	substantial	a loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Nov 09, 1997	PARKTON, NC	N5883B	Incident	substantial	improper installation of an auto battery cable which led to an in-flight fire due to the chaffed cable.
Oct 24, 1997	HAMBURG, CA	N759TA	Incident	substantial	the pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing and overload failure of the nose gear. High terrain (obstruction) near the approach end … the pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing and overload failure of the nose gear. High terrain (obstruction) near the approach end of the runway was a related factor.
Oct 19, 1997	THOMPSONS, TX	N10DG	Incident	substantial	The loss of engine power resulting from a disconnected carburetor float due to improper maintenance. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for a f… The loss of engine power resulting from a disconnected carburetor float due to improper maintenance. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.
Oct 12, 1997	PALMER, AK	N7269E	Incident	substantial	The pilot misjudging the touchdown point, which resulted in landing short of the sand bar and the airplane nosing over.
Sep 22, 1997	DASSEL, MN	N7331Q	Incident	substantial	the pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point on the airstrip. Factors associated with the accident were the high vegetation which skewed … the pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point on the airstrip. Factors associated with the accident were the high vegetation which skewed the pilot's visual perception of threshold, and the embankment which the airplane contacted.
Sep 07, 1997	PARIS, TN	N2794G	Incident	substantial	Temporary loss of engine power for undetermined reasons res ulting in a forced landing on unsuitable terrain.
Aug 27, 1997	BULLHEAD CITY, AZ	N7586S	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind,
Aug 23, 1997	DELTA, CO	N4930D	Incident	substantial	Failure by the pilot to properly plan for the flight in that the fuel aboard was insufficient for the planned flight. Factors were: inaccurate fuel ga… Failure by the pilot to properly plan for the flight in that the fuel aboard was insufficient for the planned flight. Factors were: inaccurate fuel gauges and terrain condition for the forced landing.

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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