Cessna 185F Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 106 events recorded from 1982 to 2007.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 05, 2004 | Renton, WA | N532PC | Fatal (1) | destroyed |
The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control when the flaps became jammed/stuck in their full-down position during a takeoff from a touch-and-go l…The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control when the flaps became jammed/stuck in their full-down position during a takeoff from a touch-and-go landing. Factors include a worn/disconnected flap latch mechanism, and the flaps being unable to be retracted. |
| Aug 09, 2003 | Prto. Echeverry, CO | HK-1661P | Fatal (2) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Nov 15, 2000 | JENA, LA | N6232E | Fatal (1) | destroyed | The pilot's decision to land on a highway with vehicle traffic and obstacles and his failure to maintain proper clearance from the obstacles. |
| Apr 09, 1998 | NIGHTMUTE, AK | N5485R | Fatal (2) | destroyed |
The pilot's continued VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions which resulted in spatial disorientation and subsequent loss of aircraft co…The pilot's continued VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions which resulted in spatial disorientation and subsequent loss of aircraft control. Factors in the accident were meteorological conditions consisting of low ceilings, and blowing snow, and the pilot's failure to obtain a preflight weather briefing. |
| Jun 14, 1997 | BAGOTVILLE, CA | N4758E | Fatal (3) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| May 03, 1988 | LARSON BAY, AK | N9030R | Fatal (1) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Apr 24, 1983 | PILLAGER, MN | N29968 | Fatal (2) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Jun 19, 1982 | NEAR CHINITNA B, AK | N4212Q | Fatal (1) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
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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