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
Jul 28, 2025 Bolivar, MO N8243M Incident destroyed Investigation pending
Jun 13, 2025 Hyampom, CA N78720 Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to use carburetor heat, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to carburetor icing and a subsequent impact with terrain dur…

The pilot’s failure to use carburetor heat, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to carburetor icing and a subsequent impact with terrain during a forced landing.
Jun 08, 2025 Mineral Wells, TX N7376N Incident substantial
The pilot’s improper fuel tank selection prior to takeoff, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation. Contributing to the …

The pilot’s improper fuel tank selection prior to takeoff, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to follow the airplane checklist.
Aug 23, 2024 Stanley, ID N9989E Incident substantial The pilot’s loss of directional control in reduced visibility conditions due to a wind gust, which resulted in a collision with a trailer.
Aug 13, 2023 North Myrtle Beach, SC N22RE Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to properly secure the left wing fuel cap, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Dec 28, 2022 Ethel, WV N8217M Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion.
Jul 14, 2022 San Martin, CA N9802E Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Jun 22, 2022 Benevides, BR PT-ILH Incident substantial Investigation pending
May 12, 2022 Port Bolivar, TX N9380G Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to attain a proper soft field takeoff pitch attitude during takeoff that resulted in a runway excursion and subsequent impact with…

The pilot’s failure to attain a proper soft field takeoff pitch attitude during takeoff that resulted in a runway excursion and subsequent impact with a canal.
May 01, 2022 Trinidad, BL CP-1123 Incident substantial Investigation pending
Nov 04, 2021 Ringwood, NJ N423LL Incident substantial A loss of engine power in flight due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot’s failure to secure the left wing’s fuel cap.
May 18, 2021 Minden, NV N8488M Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control while on approach in microburst or windshear conditions, which resulted in impact with a runway sign.
Feb 28, 2018 Abbeville, FR N609PC Incident minor Investigation pending
May 14, 2016 Williamsburg, VA N58625 Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing in variable direction and gusting wind conditions, resulting in a landing off t…

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing in variable direction and gusting wind conditions, resulting in a landing off the side of the runway and impact with a drainage culvert.
Jun 13, 2015 Westminster, MD N1248S Incident substantial The flight instructor's delayed remedial action during the landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing and porpoise.
Dec 26, 2014 Nashville, TN N6063F Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate control of the airplane during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion.
May 24, 2014 Mammoth Lakes, CA N21048 Incident substantial
The total loss of engine power due to carburetor icing, which resulted from the pilot’s failure to use carburetor heat in cruise flight while operatin…

The total loss of engine power due to carburetor icing, which resulted from the pilot’s failure to use carburetor heat in cruise flight while operating in an area conducive to carburetor icing.
Sep 18, 2013 Newport News, VA N58482 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing resulting in a runway excursion.
May 15, 2013 Carson City, NV N911HE Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control after an encounter with downdrafts while flying over mountainous terrain.
Jan 01, 2013 Chiloquin, OR N58677 Incident substantial The flight instructor’s failure to maintain airplane control during a landing on a snow-covered runway.
Oct 16, 2012 Maryville, TN N1264S Incident substantial
The pilot’s inadequate recovery from a bounced landing and his subsequent delayed decision to perform a go-around, which resulted in the airplane’s fa…

The pilot’s inadequate recovery from a bounced landing and his subsequent delayed decision to perform a go-around, which resulted in the airplane’s failure to clear obstacles.
Oct 02, 2011 Lincoln Park, NJ N1835M Incident substantial The pilot's improper landing flare.
Jun 08, 2011 Anchorage, AK N58924 Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate compensation for crosswind conditions and his failure to maintain control of the airplane during a water landing.
Apr 10, 2011 Troy, MI N1410S Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions and subsequent loss of control.
Mar 31, 2011 Humnoke, AR N52605 Incident substantial The pilot's improper fuel management, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
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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