Cessna 182P Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 365 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 29, 2001 | Mesa, AZ | N7336Q | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's improper use of the rudder control to correct for torque and P-factor effects, which resulted in a loss of directional control and an inad…The pilot's improper use of the rudder control to correct for torque and P-factor effects, which resulted in a loss of directional control and an inadvertent ground loop/swerve. |
| Jun 16, 2001 | Oswego, NY | N58594 | Fatal (1) | destroyed |
The pilot's inadequate altitude clearance above water while conducting low level flight maneuvers. A factor related to the accident was the pilot's i…The pilot's inadequate altitude clearance above water while conducting low level flight maneuvers. A factor related to the accident was the pilot's impairment of judgment due to alcohol consumption. |
| May 27, 2001 | Hondo, TX | N9875E | Minor | substantial |
the pilot's inadequate preflight of the airplane, which resulted in a loss of engine power in cruise flight due to water in the fuel. A contributing …the pilot's inadequate preflight of the airplane, which resulted in a loss of engine power in cruise flight due to water in the fuel. A contributing factor was the soft terrain encountered during the forced landing. |
| May 12, 2001 | Salmon, ID | N8188G | Incident | substantial | Loss of aircraft control while landing. Factors include soft/muddy terrain. |
| May 02, 2001 | Lake Wales, FL | N1491S | Minor | substantial |
The pilot's improper use of flight controls during a bounced landing, and subsequent collision with the ground. A factor of the collision is the rough…The pilot's improper use of flight controls during a bounced landing, and subsequent collision with the ground. A factor of the collision is the rough and uneven terrain. |
| Apr 11, 2001 | Fairfield, WA | N21565 | Fatal (2) | substantial |
The pilot's failure to maintain altitude and/or clearance over trees, resulting in a collision with trees, separation of a wing and uncontrolled colli…The pilot's failure to maintain altitude and/or clearance over trees, resulting in a collision with trees, separation of a wing and uncontrolled collision with terrain. Factors included the pilot's inadequate preflight planning and preparation, dark night conditions, low ceilings, and mixed rain/snow precipitation conditions. |
| Mar 02, 2001 | Tuttle, OK | N4721K | Incident | substantial |
fuel exhaustion due to a loose fuel cap as a result of the pilot's inadequate preflight. A contributory factor was the lack of suitable terrain for …fuel exhaustion due to a loose fuel cap as a result of the pilot's inadequate preflight. A contributory factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing. |
| Jan 12, 2001 | Angola, NY | N52359 | Incident | destroyed | The pilot's misjudged clearance over an obstacle. |
| Dec 24, 2000 | MITCHELLVILLE, MD | N58833 | Minor | substantial | A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. |
| Dec 12, 2000 | Lancaster, CA | N182ER | Fatal (1) | destroyed | the pilot's in-flight loss of control for undetermined reasons. |
| Nov 30, 2000 | TAOS, NM | N21390 | Fatal (2) | destroyed |
the pilot's failure to maintain terrain clearance while maneuvering in a narrow canyon. Contributing factors were the down slope winds in excess of 5…the pilot's failure to maintain terrain clearance while maneuvering in a narrow canyon. Contributing factors were the down slope winds in excess of 50 knots and the pilot's improper decision to enter the canyon given the wind conditions. |
| Nov 09, 2000 | TUCSON, AZ | N9187G | Minor | substantial |
The pilot's misjudged landing flare and improper recovery from the bounced landing resulting in the overload failure of the nose gear and the airplane…The pilot's misjudged landing flare and improper recovery from the bounced landing resulting in the overload failure of the nose gear and the airplane nosing over. |
| Jul 23, 2000 | BROOMFIELD, CO | N9886M | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's inaccurate recovery from a bounced landing. Factors were lack of total pilot experience and lack of pilot experience in aircraft make and…The pilot's inaccurate recovery from a bounced landing. Factors were lack of total pilot experience and lack of pilot experience in aircraft make and model. |
| May 18, 2000 | COBAN, GT | TGJOR | Fatal (4) | — | Investigation pending |
| Apr 11, 2000 | TACOMA, WA | N1298M | Incident | minor | Flap attachment failure. Restricted movement of the aileron was a factor. |
| Mar 31, 2000 | ADDISON, TX | N6046J | Minor | substantial | The loss of engine power for reasons undetermined. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing. |
| Mar 14, 2000 | RIFLE, CO | N8236M | Minor | substantial | Loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A factor was unsuitable terrain on which to make a forced landing. |
| Feb 09, 2000 | HARTFORD, CT | N1420S | Incident | minor | The pilot's failure to maintain a visual lookout. |
| Dec 22, 1999 | PORT CLINTON, OH | N1545M | Serious (1) | substantial | Loss of engine power caused by ice crystal blockage of the fuel system. |
| Oct 18, 1999 | COBAN, GT | TGROF | Fatal (3) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Sep 14, 1999 | SUMMERVILLE, GA | N6863M | Incident | substantial |
The missing throttle linkage bolt from the carburetor due to an improper engine installation by maintenance personnel. Factors were the tailwind prese…The missing throttle linkage bolt from the carburetor due to an improper engine installation by maintenance personnel. Factors were the tailwind present during the landing roll and the trees. |
| Sep 09, 1999 | COLLEGEDALE, TN | N78092 | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's failure to secure the fuel cap which resulted in fuel exhaustion and the loss of engine power. A factor was the collision with a fence pos…The pilot's failure to secure the fuel cap which resulted in fuel exhaustion and the loss of engine power. A factor was the collision with a fence post. |
| Aug 06, 1999 | DORRANCE, PA | N4352P | Minor | substantial | The pilot's misjudgment of distance and altitude, and his failure to do a go-around. |
| Jul 19, 1999 | OAKRIDGE, OR | N1990M | Minor | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during a go-around. A downdraft during the approach is a factor. |
| Jun 10, 1999 | LANTANA, FL | N1578M | Minor | substantial |
The poor in-flight planning by the pilot during the approach for a precautionary landing following a power interruption during the downwind leg, resul…The poor in-flight planning by the pilot during the approach for a precautionary landing following a power interruption during the downwind leg, resulting in a go-around. A Contributing factor to the accident was the total loss of engine power during the go-around due to water contamination. |