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 26, 2012 Statesboro, GA N127AR Incident substantial The pilot’s inadequate flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
Aug 18, 2012 Raeford, NC N80GE Incident substantial The pilot's decision to land in a grassy area next to a paved runway, which resulted in impact with a ditch and subsequent nose landing gear collapse.
Aug 06, 2012 Chula Vista, CA N9727F Incident substantial The pilot's failure to arrest the aircraft's sink rate on short final, which resulted in a hard landing.
Apr 27, 2011 El Paso, TX N208TF Incident substantial The pilot's loss of control as result of the gusting wind.
Mar 10, 2011 Bakersfield, CA N930FE Incident substantial
The malfunction of a master brake cylinder, which resulted in a loss of braking action and subsequent loss of directional control and collision with t…

The malfunction of a master brake cylinder, which resulted in a loss of braking action and subsequent loss of directional control and collision with three vehicles during taxi. Contributing to the accident was the inappropriate design and manufacture of the master brake cylinders.

Jan 21, 2011 Rio Branco, BR PR-RMI Incident substantial Investigation pending
Jan 06, 2011 Kipnuk, AK N715HE Incident substantial The pilot’s decision to land long on the icy snow-covered runway, resulting in a runway excursion and collision with terrain.
Feb 19, 2010 Sacramento, CA N892FE Incident substantial An in-flight collision with a bird while on final approach.
Feb 17, 2010 Kwigillingok, AK N207DR Incident substantial The pilot's decision to take off with ice-contaminated wings in freezing rain and mist, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
Dec 03, 2009 Rome, NY N701FX Incident The operator's inadequate engine wash intervals, which resulted in compressor turbine blade sulphidation and subsequent turbine blade failure.
Oct 15, 2009 Molokai, HI N861MA Incident substantial The failure of the ramp agent to use a tail stand.
Sep 15, 2009 Sheffield, MA N336DN Incident destroyed
A total loss of engine power due to a failure of the 1st stage sun gear output splines for unknown reasons, which resulted in a power turbine overspee…

A total loss of engine power due to a failure of the 1st stage sun gear output splines for unknown reasons, which resulted in a power turbine overspeed condition, with subsequent blade distress/release.

Apr 21, 2009 Frederick, MD N208JW Incident substantial A loss of engine power due to the failure of one or more compressor turbine blades for an undetermined reason.
Apr 11, 2009 Vientiane, Laos, LA RDPL-34144 Incident substantial Investigation pending
Dec 27, 2008 Rock Springs, WY N890FE Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane while taxiing. Contributing to the accident were the gusty winds.
Jun 01, 2008 Greensburg, IN N102VE Incident substantial
The total loss of engine power during the en route climb due to a compressor turbine failure as a result of blade creep. Also causal was the inadequa…

The total loss of engine power during the en route climb due to a compressor turbine failure as a result of blade creep. Also causal was the inadequate maintenance performed by the airplane's owner.

May 10, 2008 Ada, MI N893FE Incident substantial A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Dec 20, 2007 Chub Cay, BF N954PA Incident substantial Investigation pending
Sep 05, 2007 Cross City, FL N702PA Incident substantial
A total loss of engine power during cruise flight due to the fracture and separation of the compressor turbine blades for undetermined reasons. Contri…

A total loss of engine power during cruise flight due to the fracture and separation of the compressor turbine blades for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the unsuitable terrain for a forced landing.

Mar 22, 2007 Quepos, CS TI-BBG Incident minor Investigation pending
Jul 29, 2006 Riceboro, GA N415GA Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to achieve the proper takeoff distance on a short water runway resulting in an in-flight collision with a berm and a marshy area o…

The pilot's failure to achieve the proper takeoff distance on a short water runway resulting in an in-flight collision with a berm and a marshy area on initial takeoff climb.

Apr 14, 2006 El Alto, BL CP-2413 Incident minor Investigation pending
Jan 19, 2006 Floro, NO LN-PBF Incident Investigation pending
Dec 19, 2005 Brevig Mission, AK N303GV Incident substantial
The pilot's inadequate compensation for crosswind conditions, which resulted in the left wing striking the ground while taxiing. A factor in the acci…

The pilot's inadequate compensation for crosswind conditions, which resulted in the left wing striking the ground while taxiing. A factor in the accident was a crosswind.

Dec 13, 2005 Newtok, AK N454SF Incident substantial
The pilot's inadequate compensation for gusting crosswind conditions, which resulted in the airplane exiting the runway, encountering snow, and the no…

The pilot's inadequate compensation for gusting crosswind conditions, which resulted in the airplane exiting the runway, encountering snow, and the nose gear collapsing. Factors associated with the accident were the gusting wind and the icy runway.

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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