Cessna 182C Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 80 events recorded from 1982 to 2024.

80

All Events

42

Incidents

17

Minor

7

Serious

14

Fatal (33 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Dec 06, 2015 Pattonsburg, MO N8777T Fatal (1) destroyed
The pilot's loss of airplane control while maneuvering during low-level flight for reasons that could not be determined because examination of the air…

The pilot's loss of airplane control while maneuvering during low-level flight for reasons that could not be determined because examination of the airframe and engine did not reveal any preimpact anomalies.

Apr 06, 2013 Circle, MT N8721T Fatal (1) destroyed
The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control as a result of spatial disorientation. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s decision to conti…

The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control as a result of spatial disorientation. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s decision to continue flight into low visibility conditions.

Dec 18, 2010 Crowley, LA N8556T Fatal (3) substantial A loss of engine power due to the magneto failure for undetermined reasons.
Aug 30, 2010 Belgrade, MT N8957T Fatal (1) substantial
The non-instrument rated pilot's decision to continue visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in a loss of airplane co…

The non-instrument rated pilot's decision to continue visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in a loss of airplane control.

Jun 21, 2007 Hiddenite, NC N8691T Fatal (2) destroyed
Carburetor icing, which resulted in a loss of engine power. Also causal, was the pilots' failure to maintain airspeed during the forced landing, which…

Carburetor icing, which resulted in a loss of engine power. Also causal, was the pilots' failure to maintain airspeed during the forced landing, which resulted in an inadvertent stall.

May 12, 2007 Marion, MT N8771T Fatal (5) substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain aircraft control while maneuvering to reverse direction. Factors included the airplane exceeding its maximum gross ta…

The pilot’s failure to maintain aircraft control while maneuvering to reverse direction. Factors included the airplane exceeding its maximum gross takeoff weight, the improper preflight by the pilot by not securing an oil cap, the low altitude, and an obstructed windshield.

Jul 09, 2006 Tepic, MX XB-PER Fatal (5) destroyed Investigation pending
Jun 02, 2004 Kutztown, PA N8681T Fatal (1) destroyed
The towplane pilot's failure to maintain a climb while towing a glider for undetermined reasons, which resulted in the early release of the glider and…

The towplane pilot's failure to maintain a climb while towing a glider for undetermined reasons, which resulted in the early release of the glider and the tow plane's subsequent impact with trees.

Sep 01, 1997 BREMERTON, WA N9015T Fatal (5) destroyed
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed in a climbing turn at low altitude, resulting in a stall and impact with terrain. A factor was the …

The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed in a climbing turn at low altitude, resulting in a stall and impact with terrain. A factor was the pilot exceeding the aircraft's maximum takeoff gross weight limitation.

Sep 04, 1993 PORTER, TX N8488T Fatal (3) destroyed
PARTIAL LOSS OF ENGINE POWER FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS. FACTORS IN THE ACCIDENT WHICH MAY HAVE CONTRIBUTED WERE THE DISTORTED AND SEPARATED MUFFLER COM…

PARTIAL LOSS OF ENGINE POWER FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS. FACTORS IN THE ACCIDENT WHICH MAY HAVE CONTRIBUTED WERE THE DISTORTED AND SEPARATED MUFFLER COMPONENTS RESULTING FROM IMPROPER MAINTENANCE BY AN UNKNOWN PERSON.

Feb 24, 1991 BONNYMAN, KY N8696T Fatal (1) destroyed THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE OBSTACLE CLEARANCE. CONTRIBUTING WAS INADEQUATE ALTITUDE.
Dec 13, 1990 GLOBE, AZ N8922T Fatal (1) destroyed
THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO CONDUCT A WEATHER EVALUATION PRIOR TO FLIGHT AND HIS ATTEMPT TO CONDUCT HIS FLIGHT UNDER VISUAL FLIGHT RULES INTO INSTRUMENT ME…

THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO CONDUCT A WEATHER EVALUATION PRIOR TO FLIGHT AND HIS ATTEMPT TO CONDUCT HIS FLIGHT UNDER VISUAL FLIGHT RULES INTO INSTRUMENT METEOROLOGICAL CONDITIONS. LOW CEILINGS ALONG HIS FLIGHT ROUTE AND SELF INDUCED PRESSURE TO REACH HIS DESTINATION WERE FACTORS IN THE ACCIDENT.

Dec 29, 1987 LAS VEGAS, NV N8819T Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Aug 28, 1983 NEAR ELK RIVER, ID N8807T Fatal (3) destroyed Investigation pending
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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