Cessna 182P Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 365 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

365

All Events

173

Incidents

81

Minor

35

Serious

76

Fatal (130 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Feb 10, 1998 PAYSON, AZ N52748 Incident substantial The collapse of the nose landing gear for undetermined reasons.
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.
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.

Aug 10, 1997 ARRIBA, CO N182WJ Incident substantial failure of the pilot to properly plan the flight and determine the field conditions before landing. The soft runway condition was a related factor.
Aug 03, 1997 OSHKOSH, WI N125MW Incident substantial wake turbulence from another airplane encountered at an altitude which precluded regaining control of the airplane by the pilot.
Jun 25, 1997 YAKIMA, WA N9932E Incident substantial The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the soft terrain.
May 24, 1997 WENTWORTH, NH N20892 Incident substantial Pilot's inadequate preflight planning to determine the suitability of an unimproved field for landing.
May 04, 1997 MOBILE, AL N1530M Incident substantial
the pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions and failure to maintain directional control during landing rollout, which resulted in a collis…

the pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions and failure to maintain directional control during landing rollout, which resulted in a collision with a runway light.

Dec 31, 1996 FULLERTON, CA N9003M Incident substantial
Fuel system water contamination due to the failure of both pilots to purge all water from the fuel system prior to departure. Contributing factors we…

Fuel system water contamination due to the failure of both pilots to purge all water from the fuel system prior to departure. Contributing factors were: failure of the mechanic conducting the recent annual inspection to identify and replace a deteriorated fuel cap O-ring.

Sep 22, 1996 DRIGGS, ID N9017M Incident substantial
the pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions and failure to maintain directional control of the airplane, which resulted in an inadvertent …

the pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions and failure to maintain directional control of the airplane, which resulted in an inadvertent ground swerve. Factors relating to the accident were: the gusty wind and soft terrain beside the runway.

Sep 07, 1996 CAHOKIA, IL N6590M Incident substantial
the pilot misjudged his planned approach during the precautionary landing and the failed to obtain a proper touchdown point. Factors relating to the …

the pilot misjudged his planned approach during the precautionary landing and the failed to obtain a proper touchdown point. Factors relating to the accident were: the loose oil filler cap, the uneven terrain on which the landing was made, the runway lights which were contacted, and the pilot's anxiety concerning the loss of oil and its effect on possible engine problems.

Jun 26, 1996 WHITE MARSH, MD N40007 Incident substantial The pilot's improper flare which resulted in a hard landing. A related factor was the pilot's improperly planned approach.
Apr 27, 1996 FORDYCE, AR N20737 Incident destroyed the pilot's failure to initiate a timely go-around. A factor was the pilot's misjudgment of distance and speed during the approach.
Feb 17, 1996 NEW ORLEANS, LA N9901M Incident substantial
The pilot not following procedures and directives in that he did not periodically clear the engine during an extended glide. The factors were carburet…

The pilot not following procedures and directives in that he did not periodically clear the engine during an extended glide. The factors were carburetor icing weather conditions and lack of suitable terrain for landing.

Oct 20, 1995 KINGSTON, OK N9812E Incident substantial the pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind gusts. Factors were the gusts and the dark night conditions.
Jun 26, 1995 SUSANVILLE, CA N9148M Incident substantial the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the aircraft during the landing roll.
May 19, 1995 FRENCH LICK, IN N52830 Incident substantial
the pilot's not attaining a recovery from a bounced landing. Factors were high obstructions, and the pilot's intentional precautionary landing on rou…

the pilot's not attaining a recovery from a bounced landing. Factors were high obstructions, and the pilot's intentional precautionary landing on rough/uneven and soft terrain.

Apr 25, 1995 FORT PAYNE, AL N20841 Incident substantial
THE INAEQUATE VISUAL LOOKOUT BY BOTH PILOTS. FACTORS WERE THE RADIO RECEPTION DIFFICULTIES OF THE 152 PILOT, HIS FAILURE TO MAKE POSITION REPORTS WHIL…

THE INAEQUATE VISUAL LOOKOUT BY BOTH PILOTS. FACTORS WERE THE RADIO RECEPTION DIFFICULTIES OF THE 152 PILOT, HIS FAILURE TO MAKE POSITION REPORTS WHILE MANEUVERING FOR A LANDING, AND THE FAILURE OF THE 182 PILOT TO HAVE A SAFETY OBSERVER WHILE CONDUCTING VISUAL INSTRUMENT-PROCEDURES.

Mar 11, 1995 ALABASTER, AL N6236F Incident substantial THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO PERFORM AN ADEQUATE PREFLIGHT INSPECTION OF THE AIRCRAFT, WHICH RESULTED IN A TAKEOFF WITH THE CONTROL WHEEL LOCK INSTALLED.
Oct 22, 1994 BREMEN, IN N9878E Incident substantial
the pilot's failure to perform a go-around prior to touchdown. Factors to the accident were the tailwind, excessive airspeed, the rough terrain and t…

the pilot's failure to perform a go-around prior to touchdown. Factors to the accident were the tailwind, excessive airspeed, the rough terrain and the powerlines.

Sep 02, 1994 MESA, AZ N58645 Incident substantial the pilot's failure to properly secure the aircraft prior to a start attempt by handpropping.
Aug 30, 1994 YAMHILL, OR N1316S Incident substantial THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL. A FACTOR TO THE ACCIDENT WAS: AN INADEQUATE RECOVERY FROM A BOUNCED LANDING.
Aug 09, 1994 NAMPA, ID N20818 Incident substantial
FUEL STARVATION DUE TO THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S FAILURE TO VERIFY THE FUEL TANK SELECTOR POSITION DURING THE APPROACH, AND HIS FAILURE TO PERFORM THE PU…

FUEL STARVATION DUE TO THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S FAILURE TO VERIFY THE FUEL TANK SELECTOR POSITION DURING THE APPROACH, AND HIS FAILURE TO PERFORM THE PUBLISHED EMERGENCY PROCEDURES FOR AN ENGINE-OUT SITUATION. A FACTOR IN THE ACCIDENT WAS A TRANSMISSION WIRE.

May 29, 1994 SALT LAKE CITY, UT N8488M Incident substantial AN IMPROPER FLARE BY THE PILOT, WHO WAS LANDING THE AIRCRAFT, AT THE TIME IT WAS DAMAGED.
Apr 23, 1994 KAHOKA, MO N1483M Incident substantial
THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO DETERMINE THE WIND CONDITIONS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO LAND IN CONDITIONS WHICH EXCEEDED THE PERFORMANCE CAPABILITY OF THE AIRPLANE…

THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO DETERMINE THE WIND CONDITIONS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO LAND IN CONDITIONS WHICH EXCEEDED THE PERFORMANCE CAPABILITY OF 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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