Cessna 205 Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 44 events recorded from 1982 to 2023.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 04, 2018 | Wagoner, OK | N8495Z | Minor | substantial | Maintenance personnel’s improper maintenance of the magnetos, which resulted in a loss of engine power. |
| Apr 02, 1999 | EDISON, WA | N8464K | Minor | substantial |
A total loss of engine power due to fatigue of the number six crankcheek resulting in crankshaft separation, and the lack of suitable terrain. Contri…A total loss of engine power due to fatigue of the number six crankcheek resulting in crankshaft separation, and the lack of suitable terrain. Contributing factors were the sign and the ditch. |
| May 18, 1990 | PIQUA, OH | N4841U | Minor | substantial | THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S INADEQUATE COMPENSATION FOR WIND CONDITIONS, AND HIS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL. |
| May 07, 1988 | MOLINE, IL | N647MA | Minor | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Apr 09, 1987 | MIDLAND, VA | N8381Z | Minor | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Sep 20, 1986 | TWIN MOUNTAIN, NH | N27WD | Minor | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jul 30, 1985 | PUEBLO, CO | N1818Z | Minor | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jun 30, 1982 | EL CENTRO, CA | N8100Z | Minor | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Apr 02, 1982 | HEBRON, NE | N8216Z | Minor | 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.
Data source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database ·
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