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
Sep 26, 1996 GREENVILLE, MO N195WR Fatal (4) destroyed the pilot's decision to fly into known adverse weather which resulted in an overload failure and separation of the left wing.
Aug 19, 1996 SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA N4478C Incident substantial the pilot's failure to maintain directional control, which resulted in a ground loop/swerve.
Oct 07, 1995 TAOS, NM N9867A Incident substantial separation of the left main gear wheel as a result of improper maintenance.
Sep 24, 1995 MORIARTY, NM N4494C Incident substantial the pilot's inadequate compensation for the winds. A factor was the crosswind.
Aug 07, 1995 MACON, GA N2180C Incident substantial a total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was an engine compartment fire of undetermined origin.
Mar 31, 1995 ALBUQUERQUE, NM N1048D Incident substantial A PARTIAL FAILURE OF THE AIRPLANE BRAKE SYSTEM (LEFT BRAKE). A FACTOR WAS THE RIGHT QUARTERING TAILWIND.
Jan 22, 1995 PHOENIX, AZ N195JB Incident substantial the failure of the left main strut due to a pre-existing crack.
Nov 17, 1994 BROADVIEW HTS, OH N1527D Fatal (1) destroyed the improper installation of a cabin heater system, resulting in an in-flight fire and subsequent loss of control and collision with trees.
Sep 10, 1994 RICHMOND, VA N3091B Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control which resulted in a ground loop. Contributing factors are excessive airspeed, fatigue, and improp…

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control which resulted in a ground loop. Contributing factors are excessive airspeed, fatigue, and improper recovery from a bounced landing.
Aug 31, 1994 PALO ALTO, CA N195LS Incident substantial the pilot's improper use of the airplane's brakes during the landing rollout.
Aug 27, 1994 OSSIPEE, NH N9885A Incident substantial SEPARATION OF THE LEFT MAIN LANDING GEAR DUE TO FATIGUE FAILURE.
Jul 03, 1994 SANTA PAULA, CA N9300A Fatal (2) destroyed the noninstrument-rated pilot's intentional VFR flight into IMC conditions and the resultant in-flight loss of control.
May 08, 1994 AMA, LA N999V Incident substantial THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE AIRSPEED ABOVE THE AERODYNAMIC STALL SPEED.
Jan 10, 1994 WATKINS, CO N9355A Incident substantial THE LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL BY THE PILOT RATED PASSENGER. A FACTOR WAS INADEQUATE SUPERVISION BY THE PILOT IN COMMAND.
Jul 27, 1993 PRAY, MT N9836A Incident substantial THE PIC FAILED TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL. A FACTOR RELATING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE TAILWIND WEATHER CONDITION.
May 09, 1993 PLACERVILLE, CA N2171C Incident substantial THE UNRELIABILITY OF THE NORMAL BRAKE SYSTEM AND THE LEAKING MASTER CYLINDER
Nov 08, 1992 EL CAJON, CA N3899V Incident substantial THE PILOT'S IMPROPER USE OF THE BRAKES.
Oct 22, 1992 Great Barrington, MA N4384N Minor destroyed THE INADEQUATE PRE-FLIGHT BY THE PILOT ENSURING FUEL CAP SECURITY. A FACTOR IN THIS ACCIDENT WAS THE PILOTS COMPLACENCY IN FUEL MANAGEMENT.
Oct 10, 1992 SHENANDOAH, PA N4308V Fatal (1) destroyed A LOSS OF CONTROL DUE TO PILOT INCAPACITATION.
Mar 04, 1992 CHARLESTON, WV N4495C Incident substantial FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN CLEARANCE FROM THE TAXIWAY SIGN.
Feb 29, 1992 SAN JOSE, CA N3451V Minor substantial
THE PILOT'S IMPROPER COMPENSATION FOR THE EXISTING WIND CONDITIONS AND IMPROPER RECOVERY FROM A BOUNCED LANDING. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE …

THE PILOT'S IMPROPER COMPENSATION FOR THE EXISTING WIND CONDITIONS AND IMPROPER RECOVERY FROM A BOUNCED LANDING. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE LEFT QUARTERING TAIL/CROSSWIND.
Nov 05, 1991 CAMARILLO, CA N195MD Incident substantial THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL DURING THE LANDING GROUND ROLL.
Jun 13, 1991 DETROIT, MI N4351V Incident substantial
FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL, AND INADEQUATE AIRCRAFT PREFLIGHT. A FACTOR RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT IS THE INSTRUCTOR PILOT'S LACK OF EXPERIE…

FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL, AND INADEQUATE AIRCRAFT PREFLIGHT. A FACTOR RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT IS THE INSTRUCTOR PILOT'S LACK OF EXPERIENCE IN THE TYPE AIRCRAFT.
Apr 06, 1991 CALIFORNIA, MD N1504D Fatal (2) destroyed THE LOSS OF POWER FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS.
Mar 24, 1991 MC KINNEY, TX N841DP Incident substantial THE PILOT'S LANDING SHORT OF THE THRESHOLD AND LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL.
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.
← Cessna 195 For Sale All Cessna Models
Data source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database · About our data
View 10 Cessna 195 for sale ↓