Cessna 206 Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 292 events recorded from 1982 to 2024.
| 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. |