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
Nov 29, 2013 Delta, CO N3087Y Fatal (1) destroyed The student pilot’s decision to attempt flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in a loss of control and ground impact.
Feb 23, 2006 Austin, CO N9298X Fatal (3) destroyed
the pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the transmission wire resulting in the airplane's outboard wing portion to be severed, and the subseque…

the pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the transmission wire resulting in the airplane's outboard wing portion to be severed, and the subsequent loss of control and ground impact. Factors contributing to the accident were the pilot's impairment from his recent marijuana use and the transmission wire.

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.

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.
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.
Dec 29, 1995 PYMATUNING, PA N3290Y Fatal (1) destroyed the pilot's intentional suicide.
Jun 10, 1991 EUREKA, CA N3046Y Fatal (2) destroyed
THE NON-INSTRUMENT RATED PILOT'S INADVERTENT FLIGHT INTO IMC CONDITIONS. THE PILOT'S LACK OF TOTAL EXPERIENCE, HIS DISREGARD TO THE PREFLIGHT METEOROL…

THE NON-INSTRUMENT RATED PILOT'S INADVERTENT FLIGHT INTO IMC CONDITIONS. THE PILOT'S LACK OF TOTAL EXPERIENCE, HIS DISREGARD TO THE PREFLIGHT METEOROLOGICAL BRIEFING HE RECEIVED, LOW CEILINGS, FOG, AND THE MOUNTAINOUS TERRAIN OVER WHICH THE FLIGHT WAS CONDUCTED WERE FACTORS IN THE ACCIDENT.

Dec 30, 1990 SALUDA, NC N9383X Fatal (1) destroyed THE CONTINUED VISUAL FLIGHT RULES FLIGHT INTO INSTRUMENT METEOROLOGICAL CONDITIONS. CONTRIBUTING FACTOR WERE FOG, RAIN, AND LOW CEILING.
Nov 21, 1990 BLAIRSVILLE, GA N3506Y Fatal (1) substantial FUEL EXHAUSTION RESULTING IN ENGINE STOPPAGE, AND THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO OBTAIN FUEL EARLIER IN THE FLIGHT.
Jun 16, 1990 NEWLAND, NC N9244X Fatal (1) destroyed ATTEMPTED VFR FLIGHT INTO INSTRUMENT METEOROLOGICAL CONDITIONS.
Oct 14, 1988 BROOKLET, GA N2834Y Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Aug 18, 1984 PRINEVILLE, OR N3159Y Fatal (3) destroyed Investigation pending
Dec 22, 1983 HUMBOLT, NV CGCGA Fatal (3) destroyed Investigation pending
May 10, 1982 ARMSTRONG, TX N9330X Fatal (2) 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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