How many accidents has the Cessna 337D had?

The NTSB has recorded 11 events involving the Cessna 337D: 3 fatal, 1 serious, 1 minor injuries, and 6 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Cessna 337D a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Cessna 337D has 11 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

Cessna 337D Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 11 events recorded from 1982 to 2001.

All Events

Incidents

Minor

Serious

Fatal (6 fatalities)

Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
Aug 28, 1995	CARTHAGE, MS	N85972	Incident	substantial	FAILURE OF THE NORMAL BRAKE SYSTEM FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT'S SEATBACK.
May 02, 1991	ALPINE, TX	N86116	Incident	substantial	THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL OF THE AIRPLANE. A FACTOR WAS THE PILOT'S CONTINUED TAKEOFF IN UNFAVORABLE WIND.
Apr 23, 1988	KENAI, AK	N86128	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
May 09, 1986	EDINBERG, TX	N337D	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
May 05, 1984	NEW PALTZ, NY	N86094	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Aug 13, 1982	GLADEWATER, TX	N86435	Incident	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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Cessna 337D Safety Record

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