Cessna 185E Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 35 events recorded from 1982 to 2013.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 23, 1999 | EAST HADDAM, CT | N3385L | Serious (1) | substantial | The loss of engine power due to water in the fuel system. |
| Aug 27, 1997 | IGIUGIG, AK | N2743J | Serious (3) | destroyed |
failure of the pilot to maintain adequate airspeed, during a maneuvering turn at low altitude, which resulted in an accelerated stall and subsequent c…failure of the pilot to maintain adequate airspeed, during a maneuvering turn at low altitude, which resulted in an accelerated stall and subsequent collision with the terrain. A factor relating to the accident was: the lack of altitude to recover from the stall. |
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.
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