Cessna 182E Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 74 events recorded from 1982 to 2024.

74

All Events

41

Incidents

12

Minor

5

Serious

16

Fatal (32 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Dec 05, 2001 Prescott, AZ N3049Y Fatal (2) destroyed
the pilot's failure to adequately deice the airplane prior to takeoff, which resulted in the airplane's degraded aerodynamic and climb performance cap…

the pilot's failure to adequately deice the airplane prior to takeoff, which resulted in the airplane's degraded aerodynamic and climb performance capability, failure to maintain an adequate airspeed, and a stall/spin. Contributing factors were the pilot's incorrect weight and balance computations, and his use of an impairing over-the-counter medication.

May 20, 2001 Fallon, NV N9344X Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance with a road sign during an emergency landing to a road. Contributing factors were the smoke created from a …

The pilot's failure to maintain clearance with a road sign during an emergency landing to a road. Contributing factors were the smoke created from a bird nest in the engine compartment, and the pilot's diverted attention due to an approaching car on the road.

Mar 16, 2001 Boulder City, NV N9277X Minor substantial The loss of engine power during landing descent for undetermined reasons.
Feb 25, 2000 EL PRADO, NM N2988Y Fatal (1) destroyed
The pilot's improper preflight planning/preparation in that he initiated flight into known adverse weather, and continued VFR flight into IMC to the p…

The pilot's improper preflight planning/preparation in that he initiated flight into known adverse weather, and continued VFR flight into IMC to the point where remedial action was not possible. Factors were the weather conditions that included snow, low ceiling, and obscuration, a dark night, and his overconfidence in his abilities. **This case was modified on February 27, 2008.**

Aug 28, 1999 RYEGATE, MT N2886Y Fatal (4) destroyed
The pilot's continued VFR flight into IMC conditions and his failure to maintain clearance from mountainous terrain. Factors include low ceilings and …

The pilot's continued VFR flight into IMC conditions and his failure to maintain clearance from mountainous terrain. Factors include low ceilings and inadequate in-flight planning.

Jul 09, 1999 MENOMINEE FALLS, WI N2899Y Fatal (1) destroyed the pilots failure to maintain adequate clearance. A factor was the static wire.
Jun 06, 1999 ROLLING FORK, MS N9267X Incident substantial
Improper torqueing of the connecting rod bolts which resulted in the bolts being loose and rubbing in the dowel area which resulted in fatigue emanati…

Improper torqueing of the connecting rod bolts which resulted in the bolts being loose and rubbing in the dowel area which resulted in fatigue emanation and cracking and separation of the number 3 connecting rod after bolt failure.

Feb 21, 1999 EAST TROY, WI N3177Y Incident substantial the collapse of the right main landing gear from a preexisting fatigue crack.
Nov 25, 1998 AKRON, OH N3396Y Minor substantial The pilot's inadequate preflight which resulted in a takeoff with the fuel cap unsecured.
Apr 08, 1998 LAS CRUCES, NM N3086Y Minor substantial
the pilot's improper use of (or failure to use) carburetor heat, which resulted in carburetor ice, loss of engine power, and a forced landing. Relate…

the pilot's improper use of (or failure to use) carburetor heat, which resulted in carburetor ice, loss of engine power, and a forced landing. Related factors were: the carburetor icing (weather) conditions, and the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.

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.

Sep 06, 1997 SMITHFIELD, RI N3286Y Fatal (5) destroyed A loss of engine power for undetermined reason, and the pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane.
Mar 04, 1997 HUNTSVILLE, AL N3392Y Serious (1) substantial Total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion for undetermined reasons.
Nov 12, 1996 ALAMOSA, CO N3293Y Incident substantial aircraft damage for undetermined rteasons.
Aug 18, 1996 GRANGEVILLE, ID N3270Y Incident substantial
failure of the pilot to maintain proper runway alignment and clearance from a fence post during landing. Factors relating to the accident were: an an…

failure of the pilot to maintain proper runway alignment and clearance from a fence post during landing. Factors relating to the accident were: an animal (deer) on the approach end of the runway, an encounter with a downdraft, and a fence post near the edge of the airstrip.

Dec 29, 1995 PYMATUNING, PA N3290Y Fatal (1) destroyed the pilot's intentional suicide.
Dec 12, 1995 ERIE, CO N9376X Serious (1) destroyed
inadequate preflight by the pilot, by failing to properly remove water and other contamination from the fuel system before the flight. Factors relati…

inadequate preflight by the pilot, by failing to properly remove water and other contamination from the fuel system before the flight. Factors relating to the accident were: deteriorated seals at the fuel filler neck/caps, and the annual inspection was overdue.

Oct 12, 1995 FORT COLLINS, CO N3198Y Incident substantial
a fatigue failure of the right main landing gear. Factors were the pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point and his inadequate compensatio…

a fatigue failure of the right main landing gear. Factors were the pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point and his inadequate compensation for the crosswind conditions.

May 23, 1995 FREDERICK, PA N3168Y Incident substantial
The pilot's inadequate inflight planning by failing to verify the wind direction for landing. Also causal is the pilot's failure to obtain the proper…

The pilot's inadequate inflight planning by failing to verify the wind direction for landing. Also causal is the pilot's failure to obtain the proper touch down point and to do a go-around.

Jul 02, 1994 GARDEN CITY, KS N901JM Minor substantial fuel exhaustion for reason or reasons undetermined. A factor was the rough/uneven terrain.
Sep 19, 1993 QUILCENE, WA N3117Y Incident substantial THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN THE PROPER AIRSPEED AND GLIDEPATH.
Sep 12, 1993 MINDEN, NV N3393Y Incident substantial the pilot's inadequate preflight planning and failure to use all available runway. A factor in the accident was the high density altitude condition.
Feb 15, 1993 CORNING, CA N9300X Incident substantial THE PILOT'S POOR PREFLIGHT INSPECTION. FACTORS RELATING TO THIS ACCIDENT WERE THE NOT PROPERLY SECURED OIL CAP AND THE OIL COVERED WINDSHIELD.
Jun 16, 1992 BIG BEAR LAKE, CA N7133E Minor substantial
THE LOSE OF ENGINE POWER FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS. THE MOUNTAINOUS ROAD ON WHICH THE PILOT ATTEMPTED TO LAND AND THE TWO MOTOR VEHICLES THAT WERE ON T…

THE LOSE OF ENGINE POWER FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS. THE MOUNTAINOUS ROAD ON WHICH THE PILOT ATTEMPTED TO LAND AND THE TWO MOTOR VEHICLES THAT WERE ON THE ROAD WERE FACTORS IN THE ACCIDENT.

May 27, 1992 LONE PINE, CA N9340X Incident substantial
THE PILOT'S ENCOUNTER WITH A SUDDEN AND STRONG QUARTERING TAILWIND AFTER LANDING ON A SHORT DIRT RUNWAY, AND THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO SELECT THE OT…

THE PILOT'S ENCOUNTER WITH A SUDDEN AND STRONG QUARTERING TAILWIND AFTER LANDING ON A SHORT DIRT RUNWAY, AND THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO SELECT THE OTHER AIRPORT RUNWAY, WHICH WAS LONGER AND MORE ALIGNED WITH THE WIND, FOR THE APPROACH AND 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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