Cessna 208 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 332 events recorded from 1985 to 2026.

332

All Events

130

Incidents

47

Minor

28

Serious

115

Fatal (392 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Sep 27, 2001 Aurora, MN N12712 Incident substantial
The pilot not maintaining the proper descent rate during the landing. Factors were the flap's popped circuit breaker, the pilot not verifying the fla…

The pilot not maintaining the proper descent rate during the landing. Factors were the flap's popped circuit breaker, the pilot not verifying the flap's position, the glassy water, and the dock.

Jul 10, 2001 La Paz, BL CP-2395 Serious (7) Investigation pending
Jul 06, 2001 Ft. Lauderdale, FL N812MA Incident destroyed The undetermined malfunction of the propeller system.
May 05, 2001 STEAMBOAT SPNGS, CO N948FE Fatal (1) destroyed
an inadvertent stall during an instrument approach, which resulted in a loss of control. Contributing factors were the pilot's attention being diverte…

an inadvertent stall during an instrument approach, which resulted in a loss of control. Contributing factors were the pilot's attention being diverted by an abnormal indication, conditions conducive to airframe icing, and the pilot's lack of total experience in the type of operation (icing conditions) in aircraft make/model.

Apr 28, 2001 ROQUE PEREZ, AR LV-WSC Fatal (10) destroyed Investigation pending
Apr 26, 2001 Plattsburgh, NY N974FE Incident substantial The incorrect installation of the propeller reversing lever and carbon block assembly, which resulted in a loss of propeller thrust.
Jan 31, 2001 KEY WEST, FL N208KW Incident substantial
The airplanes' inadvertent collision with a swell during a water landing near a ferry boat that resulted the overload failure of the rear float/strut …

The airplanes' inadvertent collision with a swell during a water landing near a ferry boat that resulted the overload failure of the rear float/strut assembly.

Oct 09, 2000 LUMMI ISLAND, WA N941FE Fatal (1) substantial
The pilot's attempted flight into known adverse weather conditions, and his subsequent failure to maintain altitude above, or clearance with, trees. …

The pilot's attempted flight into known adverse weather conditions, and his subsequent failure to maintain altitude above, or clearance with, trees. Factors contributing to the accident included low ceilings, fog, the pilot's low-altitude flight, rising terrain, and trees.

Sep 23, 2000 GREENVILLE, ME N590TA Minor substantial
The pilot's improper in-flight decision to continue his descent without visual contact with the runway, and his inattention to his altitude, in relati…

The pilot's improper in-flight decision to continue his descent without visual contact with the runway, and his inattention to his altitude, in relation to the airport elevation.

Sep 15, 2000 Belleville, MI N806BF Incident substantial the pilot's improper securing of the cargo that led up to the cargo shift during takeoff roll. A factor was the cargo restraint failure.
Aug 26, 2000 LA FORTUNA, CS 1357 Fatal (10) destroyed Investigation pending
Aug 15, 2000 TESLIN LAKE, CA CGMPB Fatal (2) substantial Investigation pending
Aug 12, 2000 NORTH PLATTE, NE N1116Y Incident substantial the pilot of the other airplane not maintaining clearance while taxiing. A factor was the dark night.
Mar 04, 2000 HOLY CROSS, AK N407GV Incident substantial An in-flight separation of a main landing gear tire mud flap, and subsequent impact with the horizontal stabilizer.
Feb 03, 2000 FILITHEYO, MV 8QHIF Incident substantial Investigation pending
Jan 20, 2000 WARSAW, IN N9457B Incident substantial
the misjudged unsafe/hazardous condition by the pilot. Factors to the accident were the precautionary landing being performed by the pilot and the sn…

the misjudged unsafe/hazardous condition by the pilot. Factors to the accident were the precautionary landing being performed by the pilot and the snow covered runway. Additional factors were the dark night, the snowing weather condition, the airport perimeter fence, and the railroad track.

Dec 23, 1999 ADJUNTAS, PR N1315A Serious (1) destroyed The pilot continued flight into adverse weather conditions that included low ceiling and turbulence. Factors to the accident were trees.
Dec 06, 1999 BETHEL, AK N5187B Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate preflight and his failure to remove snow and airframe ice from the airplane.
Nov 26, 1999 NAIROBI, KE 5YRAN Fatal (4) Investigation pending
Oct 14, 1999 LAKE ERIE, CA N1117G Incident substantial Investigation pending
Aug 13, 1999 HILLSBOROUGH, NH N193GE Minor destroyed an inadequate auxiliary fuel tank installation which resulted in a leak of undetermined origin.
Jul 20, 1999 BLUEFIELDS, NU YNCED Fatal (16) Investigation pending
Feb 03, 1999 CODY, WY N980FE Incident substantial The pilot's inability to maintain aircraft control due to unfavorable winds conditions.
Nov 26, 1998 HAMILTON, CA N27MG Incident substantial Investigation pending
Oct 26, 1998 LAHAINA, HI N860FE Incident substantial
Structural failure of the main landing gear strut due to metallurgical fatigue. The fatigue cracks originated at an internal structural flaw placed i…

Structural failure of the main landing gear strut due to metallurgical fatigue. The fatigue cracks originated at an internal structural flaw placed in the part during manufacture.

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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