Cessna 182M Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 79 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

79

All Events

49

Incidents

10

Minor

6

Serious

14

Fatal (28 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Feb 09, 2004 Yakutat, AK N71886 Incident substantial
The pilot's delayed use of carburetor heat, which resulted in an engine power loss during takeoff-initial climb, a forced landing, and subsequent coll…

The pilot's delayed use of carburetor heat, which resulted in an engine power loss during takeoff-initial climb, a forced landing, and subsequent collision with terrain. A factor contributing to the accident was the presence of carburetor icing conditions.

Nov 01, 2003 Laytonsville, MD N70800 Incident substantial The pilot's abrupt evasive maneuver to avoid the deer, which resulted in the loss of airspeed and an inadvertent stall.
Nov 15, 2002 Gonzaga, MX N70685 Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Jul 02, 2002 Brunswick, GA N71785 Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing roll, which resulted in an on-ground collision with a runway sign. A factor was the…

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing roll, which resulted in an on-ground collision with a runway sign. A factor was the pilot's inadvertent application of the right brake.

Sep 11, 2001 Marshall, WI N92071 Incident substantial The pilot misjudged his altitude and airspeed and landed long. A factor was the wet grass.
Mar 08, 2001 Enterprise, OR N71354 Incident substantial Inadvertent collision with a deer while landing. A contributing factor was night conditions.
Aug 05, 2000 SHAWNEE, OK N182DG Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the landing flare/touchdown. A factor was the gusty wind condition.
Jun 02, 2000 HOOD RIVER, OR N999CT Incident substantial The pilot's failure to adequately compensate for wind conditions. Factors include a tailwind.
Feb 16, 2000 MCALESTER, OK N91994 Fatal (1) substantial The failure of both pilots to maintain visual lookout while maneuvering in the traffic pattern.
Sep 04, 1999 SANDPOINT, ID N71685 Incident substantial
The pilot's improper flare. Factors include a runway that sloped uphill, and the pilot's failure to familiarize himself with the destination airstrip …

The pilot's improper flare. Factors include a runway that sloped uphill, and the pilot's failure to familiarize himself with the destination airstrip prior to departure.

Jan 16, 1999 LONGMONT, CO N555NP Incident destroyed
The pilot's poor judgment by intentionally buzzing. A factor was an unfavorable wind that caused inadequate altitude/clearance to maneuver and avoid …

The pilot's poor judgment by intentionally buzzing. A factor was an unfavorable wind that caused inadequate altitude/clearance to maneuver and avoid nearby houses.

Aug 05, 1998 TRENTON, NE N514HP Minor substantial
the pilot misjudged the forced landing approach and stalled the airplane while attempting to lengthen his glide on final approach and inadequate prefl…

the pilot misjudged the forced landing approach and stalled the airplane while attempting to lengthen his glide on final approach and inadequate preflight planning that led to the loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.

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 15, 1996 VANCOUVER, WA N42694 Incident substantial The pilot-in-command's touchdown with an excessive rate of descent. Factors included gusty crossiwnds.
Nov 28, 1996 FALLBROOK, CA N70967 Incident substantial
the pilot's selection of a runway with a tailwind component and his maintaining an excessive airspeed on final approach, which resulted in a late touc…

the pilot's selection of a runway with a tailwind component and his maintaining an excessive airspeed on final approach, which resulted in a late touchdown and a high ground speed.

Jan 03, 1996 TRUJILLO, HO N91682 Fatal (3) substantial Investigation pending
Dec 31, 1994 NEW STUYAHOK, AK N92105 Incident substantial A FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL OF THE AIRPLANE DURING THE LANDING ROLL. A FACTOR IN THE ACCIDENT WAS AN ICY RUNWAY SURFACE.
Oct 15, 1994 WORTHINGTON, PA N70751 Minor substantial The failure of the aileron control cable which resulted in the inflight loss of control and collision with trees.
Oct 08, 1993 SELIGMAN, AZ N91849 Fatal (2) destroyed the separation of the carburetor float and needle valve from the upper half of the carburetor bowl, due to improper installation of the float kit.
Jul 21, 1993 IRONWOOD, MI N91705 Incident substantial THE PILOT'S IMPROPER FLARE FOR LANDING.
May 30, 1993 HEBBRONVILLE, TX N91633 Fatal (1) destroyed THE PILOT'S CONTINUED FLIGHT INTO IMC CONDITIONS. FACTORS WERE THE LOW CIELING AND DARK NIGHT CONDITIONS.
Apr 08, 1993 HAMILTON, MT N71654 Minor substantial THE PILOT'S IMPROPER USE OF CARBURETOR HEAT. A FACTOR WHICH CONTRIBUTED TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE CARBURETOR ICING CONDITIONS.
May 13, 1992 VANDALIA, OH N71879 Incident substantial CONTROL INTERFERENCE BY A PASSENGER DURING TOUCHDOWN.
Jun 08, 1991 WISSOTA, WI N91691 Incident substantial
THE PILOT IN COMMAND'S MISJUDGMENT OF THE PROPER TOUCHDOWN POINT DURING AN EMERGENCY LANDING AND THE PILOT IN COMMAND'S FAILURE TO REFUEL THE AIRPLANE…

THE PILOT IN COMMAND'S MISJUDGMENT OF THE PROPER TOUCHDOWN POINT DURING AN EMERGENCY LANDING AND THE PILOT IN COMMAND'S FAILURE TO REFUEL THE AIRPLANE.

Oct 07, 1990 BAKERSFIELD, CA N70892 Incident substantial THE PILOT FAILED TO PROPERLY RECOVER FROM THE BOUNCED LANDING. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE PILOT'S LACK OF FAMILIARITY WITH THE AIRPLANE.
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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