Cessna 337 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 122 events recorded from 1982 to 2024.

122

All Events

49

Incidents

16

Minor

18

Serious

38

Fatal (69 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
May 27, 2010 High Springs, FL N72268 Minor substantial
The pilot's failure to follow the published engine-out procedures after a total loss of power in the rear engine. Contributing to the accident was the…

The pilot's failure to follow the published engine-out procedures after a total loss of power in the rear engine. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate maintenance and inspection of the engine by the pilot and maintenance personnel.

Apr 02, 2009 Baker, CA N222G Minor substantial A total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Jul 06, 2008 Point Lookout, MO N53661 Minor substantial
A fuel flange seal leak and water in the fuel resulting in a loss of engine power during takeoff. Contributing to the accident was an inadequate pref…

A fuel flange seal leak and water in the fuel resulting in a loss of engine power during takeoff. Contributing to the accident was an inadequate preflight.

Oct 29, 2004 San Fernando, AR LV-WHH Minor substantial Investigation pending
Jan 10, 2004 Pastaza, EC HC-CDV Minor substantial Investigation pending
Dec 14, 1998 LUFKIN, TX N536RK Minor destroyed The inadvertent stall due to the pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing.
Aug 27, 1991 URBANA, OH N6304F Minor substantial
THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO FOLLOW PROCEDURES AND DIRECTIVES WHICH RESULTED IN THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO RECOGNIZE THE STOPPAGE OF THE REAR ENGINE PRIOR …

THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO FOLLOW PROCEDURES AND DIRECTIVES WHICH RESULTED IN THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO RECOGNIZE THE STOPPAGE OF THE REAR ENGINE PRIOR TO TAKE OFF. ADDITIONALLY THE LACK OF TOTAL ENGINE POWER RESULTED IN THE INABILITY OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN THE PROPER CLIMB SPEED, AND RESULTED IN A SUBSEQUENT FORCED LANDING IN WATER. FACTORS RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WERE THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE MANUFACTURER'S SERVICE LETTER PERTAINING TO THE OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES TO PREVENT A REAR ENGINE POWER LOSS, AND THE PILOT'S TOTAL LACK OF FLYING EXPERIENCE IN THIS TYPE OF AIRPLANE.

Jul 02, 1990 BEDFORD, NY N337GB Minor substantial
THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MONITOR THE FUEL GAUGES AND FUEL STARVATION. A FACTOR RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE FAILURE OF MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL TO …

THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MONITOR THE FUEL GAUGES AND FUEL STARVATION. A FACTOR RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE FAILURE OF MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL TO DETECT THE BENT CONDITION OF THE REAR ENGINE TANK FUEL SELECTOR CONTROL CABLE.

Jul 27, 1989 HONOLULU, HI N2AC Minor substantial AN UNEXPECTED AND SUDDEN ENCOUNTER WITH SEVERE TURBULENCE WHILE THE AIRCRAFT WAS CRUISING OVER THE PACIFIC OCEAN IN CUMULUS CLOUD CONDITIONS.
Mar 10, 1989 BETHEL, NY N2265X Minor destroyed
IMPROPER PLANNING/DECISION BY THE PILOT CONCERNING HIS FUEL MANAGEMENT, WHICH RESULTED IN FUEL EXHAUSTION DUE TO AN INADEQUATE SUPPLY OF FUEL. THE FA…

IMPROPER PLANNING/DECISION BY THE PILOT CONCERNING HIS FUEL MANAGEMENT, WHICH RESULTED IN FUEL EXHAUSTION DUE TO AN INADEQUATE SUPPLY OF FUEL. THE FALSE INDICATION FROM THE FUEL QUANTITY GAGE(S), DARK NIGHT, AND TREES WERE CONSIDERED TO BE FACTORS.

Nov 21, 1987 KANKAKEE, IL N6255F Minor substantial Investigation pending
Oct 27, 1987 COLUMBUS, OH N11GL Minor substantial Investigation pending
Jan 26, 1987 SAVANNAH, GA N10MM Minor destroyed Investigation pending
Feb 09, 1985 PEORIA, IL N1894M Minor destroyed Investigation pending
Mar 26, 1984 TIFTON, GA N86520 Minor substantial Investigation pending
Mar 17, 1984 GENESEE, WI N6271F 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.
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