Cessna 206 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 292 events recorded from 1982 to 2024.

292

All Events

168

Incidents

41

Minor

23

Serious

55

Fatal (147 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Sep 24, 2024 Chalkyitsik, AK N8255Q Fatal (1) substantial
A loss of engine power due to water-contaminated fuel as a result of the pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection. Contributing to the accident was the…

A loss of engine power due to water-contaminated fuel as a result of the pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection. Contributing to the accident was the operator’s failure to ensure replacement filters were available for use during refueling operations.

Jun 10, 2024 Haines Junction, OF C-GRSA Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Sep 29, 2023 Mashava, OF Z-CAM Fatal (5) substantial Investigation pending
Jul 03, 2023 Gracias A Dios, OF HR-NCH Fatal (2) substantial Investigation pending
May 01, 2023 Chiribiquete National Park, OF HK2803 Fatal (7) destroyed Investigation pending
Apr 26, 2023 Santa Ana del Yucuma, BL CP-2625 Fatal (5) destroyed Investigation pending
Jan 24, 2023 Barangay Ditarum, RP RP-C1174 Fatal (6) substantial Investigation pending
Oct 03, 2022 Vielbrunn, GE F-HMDR Fatal (1) unk Investigation pending
May 18, 2017 Cerro Azul, EC HC-CEG Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Sep 25, 2016 Lake Kuashkuapishiu, CA C-FWBQ Fatal (2) substantial Investigation pending
Apr 08, 2016 Angoon, AK N50159 Fatal (3) substantial
The pilot's inadvertent turn toward terrain that was higher-than-expected while trying to avoid poor visibility conditions and his subsequent attempt …

The pilot's inadvertent turn toward terrain that was higher-than-expected while trying to avoid poor visibility conditions and his subsequent attempt to clear terrain, which reduced the airspeed and led to the exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack and an aerodynamic stall and spin.

Apr 18, 2015 Redding, CA N3535M Fatal (1) destroyed The pilot's intentional descent into terrain.
Sep 09, 2014 Daimontaro, EC HC-CAB Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Aug 16, 2013 Brooklyn, IA N2070K Fatal (1) minor
The improper routing of the seatbelt, which resulted in the inadvertent deployment of the reserve parachute, and the open jump door, which allowed the…

The improper routing of the seatbelt, which resulted in the inadvertent deployment of the reserve parachute, and the open jump door, which allowed the passenger to be pulled from the airplane.

Feb 26, 2010 San Pedro, BH V3-HDR Fatal (5) substantial Investigation pending
Feb 16, 2009 Island of Cebaco, PM HP-1367 RS Fatal (1) substantial Not Required. Investigation is being conducted by AAC, Panama.
Feb 08, 2009 Quebradillas, PR N118ME Fatal (6) destroyed The pilot exceeded the design limits of the airplane, which resulted in an in-flight break up while maneuvering in adverse weather conditions.
Dec 06, 2008 Kalkaska, MI N6053B Fatal (1) destroyed
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees and terrain during the instrument-flight-rules flight. Contributing to the accident was the pilot…

The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees and terrain during the instrument-flight-rules flight. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to comply with instrument flight procedures and his lack of recent instrument flight experience.

Aug 12, 2007 Zihuatanejo, MX XA-ASQ Fatal (3) destroyed Investigation pending
Mar 29, 2006 Medellin, CO HK-2969 Fatal (5) destroyed Investigation pending
May 31, 2005 Puntarenas, CS N558DZ Fatal (5) destroyed Investigation pending
May 29, 2005 San Jose, CS TI-AHW Fatal (3) destroyed Investigation pending
Aug 26, 2004 Nirgua, VE YV-2099 Fatal (3) destroyed Investigation pending
May 12, 2004 Guaviare, CO HK-2708 Fatal (5) destroyed Investigation pending
Dec 17, 2003 Sanford, NC N9562L Fatal (1) substantial
The pilot's loss of control of the airplane during takeoff initial climb due to spatial disorientation, which resulted in an inflight collision with t…

The pilot's loss of control of the airplane during takeoff initial climb due to spatial disorientation, which resulted in an inflight collision with trees and the ground. Factors were the dark night, fog, and low ceilings.

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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