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
Aug 25, 2023 Los Lunas, NM N2192C Serious (1) substantial The pilot’s failure to secure the seat’s position in the seat rail, which resulted in a loss of directional control and nose over.
Aug 18, 2022 El Cajon, CA N1097D Serious (1) substantial The pilot’s failure to verify the fuel quantity prior to departure, which led to a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Dec 20, 2003 Amarillo, TX N6850D Serious (1) substantial The leakage of the left brake master cylinder cap, which resulted in the loss of hydraulic fluid and the failure of the left brake.
Mar 24, 2000 ROANOKE, TX N9847A Serious (1) substantial
The pilot's inadequate preflight resulting in loss of engine power due to water and rust contamination of the fuel. A factor was the lack of suitable…

The pilot's inadequate preflight resulting in loss of engine power due to water and rust contamination of the fuel. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.

Feb 26, 1998 CHAPEL HILL, NC N4356V Serious (3) substantial
failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the aircraft during a go-around, followed by his failure to maintain airspeed while maneuverin…

failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the aircraft during a go-around, followed by his failure to maintain airspeed while maneuvering to avoid trees, which resulted in a stall and collision with the terrain. The pilot's lack of recent night experience was a related factor.

Aug 11, 1997 SANTA ANA, CA N9328A Serious (1) substantial
Water contamination in the fuel system due to the failure of the mechanic who performed the last annual inspection to adequately comply with the AD wh…

Water contamination in the fuel system due to the failure of the mechanic who performed the last annual inspection to adequately comply with the AD which required inspection of the fuel tank filler area for proper sealing, and the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection.

Aug 03, 1988 WATKINS, CO N195RC Serious (1) substantial 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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