Cessna 195 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 175 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

175

All Events

130

Incidents

22

Minor

7

Serious

16

Fatal (30 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Oct 14, 2015 Aztec, NM N90K Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in runway excursion and collision with terrain.
Sep 23, 2015 Merritt Island, FL N3484V Minor substantial The pilot's excessive braking during the landing roll, resulting in a nose over.
Aug 26, 2015 Lancaster, NY N1516D Incident substantial The pilot's excessive application of brake pressure, which resulted in the airplane nosing over.
Jul 26, 2015 Iuka, MS N195AP Minor substantial
A total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because a postaccident examination of the engine and fuel system found no mechan…

A total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because a postaccident examination of the engine and fuel system found no mechanical anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.

Jun 04, 2015 Lancaster, NY N9818A Incident substantial
A loss of directional control and subsequent ground loop due to an underinflated right tire, which was a result of foreign object debris puncturing th…

A loss of directional control and subsequent ground loop due to an underinflated right tire, which was a result of foreign object debris puncturing the tire.

Apr 18, 2015 Independence, IA N1558D Incident substantial
The pilot's attempt to land in strong crosswind conditions, resulting in his on-ground loss of control. Contributing to the accident was the crosswind…

The pilot's attempt to land in strong crosswind conditions, resulting in his on-ground loss of control. Contributing to the accident was the crosswind that exceeded the crosswind limits of the airplane.

Jan 06, 2015 Llano, TX N2125C Incident substantial
The pilot’s overrotation of the airplane when lifting the tail during the takeoff roll, which allowed the propeller to come in contact with the runway…

The pilot’s overrotation of the airplane when lifting the tail during the takeoff roll, which allowed the propeller to come in contact with the runway and resulted in a reduction in engine power and the pilot’s subsequent loss of directional control.

Jan 19, 2014 Winchester, VA N1960C Incident substantial The pilot's attempt to avoid a deer on the runway, which resulted in loss of aircraft control, a runway excursion, and collision with a runway sign.
Dec 31, 2013 Salinas, CA N369JJ Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a ground loop.
Sep 14, 2013 Meadow Creek, MT N4324N Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll on a rough turf runway.
May 16, 2013 San Carlos, CA N4026A Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
Apr 28, 2013 Albuquerque, NM N4420C Minor substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
Feb 17, 2013 Austin, TX N4426C Incident substantial
The pilot's use of an excessive taxi speed, which resulted in the airplane overrunning the end of the unlit taxiway after the failure of the right win…

The pilot's use of an excessive taxi speed, which resulted in the airplane overrunning the end of the unlit taxiway after the failure of the right wing landing light.

Jul 14, 2012 Camdenton, MO N3092B Incident substantial The pilot's loss of directional control on landing, which resulted in a runway excursion.
Jun 19, 2012 Millington, TN N4418C Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
May 18, 2012 Tipton, PA N9859A Incident substantial A fatigue failure of a copper oil line, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power due to oil starvation.
May 05, 2012 Heber-Overgaard, AZ N3442V Incident substantial The pilot's loss of directional control during takeoff roll upon encountering a wind gust.
Apr 29, 2012 Sacramento, CA N2194C Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll while landing with a gusting wind.
Jul 28, 2011 Oshkosh, WI N195SM Incident substantial The failure of the left brake which resulted in a ground-loop.
Apr 28, 2011 Campbell River, CA N41X Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Feb 24, 2011 Hannibal, MO N9325A Incident substantial The pilot's inability to maintain control during landing due to seized main landing gear wheels, which caused the airplane to nose over.
Dec 27, 2010 Williamson, GA N3464V Incident substantial The pilot's inadvertent application of the brakes during a bounced landing resulting in a nose over.
Oct 19, 2010 Wells, NV C-GEMO Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the takeoff roll.
Oct 02, 2010 Midland, TX N4666T Incident substantial
The private pilot’s loss of control during the landing roll and the certificated flight instructor’s delayed remedial action, which resulted in a grou…

The private pilot’s loss of control during the landing roll and the certificated flight instructor’s delayed remedial action, which resulted in a ground loop.

Sep 26, 2010 Prescott, AZ N1558D Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll, resulting in a runway excursion.
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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