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
Sep 24, 2019 St. Augustine, FL N108LS Serious (2) substantial
The failure of the pilot and examiner to recognize that the rear engine was not developing power, which resulted in an attempted partial-power takeoff…

The failure of the pilot and examiner to recognize that the rear engine was not developing power, which resulted in an attempted partial-power takeoff and the airplane’s subsequent descent and impact with terrain.

Jul 31, 2009 Frankfort, MI N337BA Serious (1) substantial
The pilot intentionally attempting to take off with an inoperative engine, which lead to the airplane's inability to maintain airspeed in the initial …

The pilot intentionally attempting to take off with an inoperative engine, which lead to the airplane's inability to maintain airspeed in the initial climb, resulting in a stall and impact with trees.

Jun 26, 2005 Mojave, CA N3BZ Serious (1) substantial the pilot's encounter with a downdraft or wind shear during takeoff the initial climb.
Apr 14, 2005 Oakland, MD N53548 Serious (2) destroyed The pilot's delay in aborting the landing, which resulted in an inadvertent stall/mush into the trees. A factor in the accident was the tailwind.
Jul 11, 1999 SELDOVIA, AK N5499S Serious (2) substantial The pilot's inadequate preflight planning/preparation, and subsequent fuel exhaustion.
Nov 09, 1998 NEW HUDSON, MI N2655S Serious (1) substantial the instructor pilot's not maintaining control of the airplane. A factor was the landing gear doors extended.
Jul 26, 1998 JEANETTE, PA N72326 Serious (3) substantial The pilot's delay in applying the brakes during the landing rollout.
Feb 28, 1998 RAYMOND, MS N1287M Serious (1) destroyed
the pilot passenger's impairment of judgment and performance due to alcohol, and control interference by the pilot passenger, which resulted in a loss…

the pilot passenger's impairment of judgment and performance due to alcohol, and control interference by the pilot passenger, which resulted in a loss of aircraft control and subsequent in-flight collision with the runway and trees.

Jul 22, 1995 HOLLAND, MI N53449 Serious (1) the passenger's improper decision to exit the airplane with the engine(s) running.
Jul 24, 1993 JEROME, ID N2269X Serious (1) substantial
THE PILOT'S IMPROPER FUEL MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES WHICH RESULTED IN FUEL STARVATION. FACTORS INCLUDE THE PILOT'S LACK OF FAMILIARITY WITH THIS TYPE AIRC…

THE PILOT'S IMPROPER FUEL MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES WHICH RESULTED IN FUEL STARVATION. FACTORS INCLUDE THE PILOT'S LACK OF FAMILIARITY WITH THIS TYPE AIRCRAFT, AND ROUGH/UNEVEN TERRAIN IN THE LANDING AREA.

Feb 10, 1993 NASHVILLE, TN N861CP Serious (1) destroyed THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO ENSURE AN ADEQUATE FUEL SUPPLY FOR THE FLIGHT, WHICH RESULTED IN FUEL EXHAUSTION.
Oct 25, 1991 EAU CLAIRE, WI N2461S Serious (1) substantial Investigation pending
May 08, 1987 SAN JUAN, PR N1253M Serious (1) substantial Investigation pending
Nov 20, 1986 NEW ORLEANS, LA N879SA Serious (1) substantial Investigation pending
Dec 17, 1984 BUTLER, KY N53648 Serious (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Aug 03, 1984 OCEAN SPRINGS, MS N90244 Serious (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Jun 20, 1983 DAYTON, OR N5479S Serious (1) substantial Investigation pending
Jun 19, 1982 NEAR STUART, FL N6359F Serious (1) destroyed 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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