How many accidents has the Cessna 402C had?

The NTSB has recorded 106 events involving the Cessna 402C: 23 fatal, 9 serious, 3 minor injuries, and 71 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Cessna 402C a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Cessna 402C has 106 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

Cessna 402C Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 106 events recorded from 1982 to 2021.

106

All Events

Incidents

Minor

Serious

Fatal (69 fatalities)

Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
Jun 30, 2000	NAPLES, FL	N7037E	Incident	substantial	an inflight collision with a bird during descent that resulted in substantial damage to the airplane's vertical stabilizer spar.
May 22, 2000	CORDOVA, AK	N402ET	Incident	substantial	An in-flight collision with a bird.
Mar 16, 2000	SAN ANTONIO, TX	N11NX	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadequate handling of the aircraft during the landing flare/touchdown resulting in a hard landing that collapsed the left main landing ge… The pilot's inadequate handling of the aircraft during the landing flare/touchdown resulting in a hard landing that collapsed the left main landing gear.
Jun 08, 1999	FORT LAUDERDALE, FL	N440AB	Incident	substantial	The pilot's decision takeoff with condensation on the cockpit windows which restricted visibility, his improper use of aileron control, improper compe… The pilot's decision takeoff with condensation on the cockpit windows which restricted visibility, his improper use of aileron control, improper compensation for winds during takeoff, and his failure to maintain directional control during takeoff, resulting in the aircraft running off the left side of the runway, colliding with a taxiway sign and ditch, and collapsing the landing gear.
Sep 19, 1997	NANTUCKET, MA	N6879Y	Incident	substantial	the pilot's delayed decision to perform a go-around (missed approach). Related factors were: darkness, low ceiling, fog, and disorientation of the fl… the pilot's delayed decision to perform a go-around (missed approach). Related factors were: darkness, low ceiling, fog, and disorientation of the flight crew, while making the approach in conditions of limited visibility.
Sep 15, 1997	KIVALINA, AK	N2649Z	Incident	substantial	An overstress fracture of the nose landing gear attachment. A factor associated with the accident was the rough landing area.
Sep 08, 1997	BUCKLAND, AK	N2649Z	Incident	substantial	The failure of the pilot of the Cessna 402C, N2649Z, to maintain adequate clearance while taxiing alongside the stationary Cessna 208B, N1123R.
Jan 25, 1997	PROVINCETOWN, MA	N121PB	Incident	minor	the pilot's inadequate inflight planning/decision, and his misjudgment of speed and distance. Related factors were: fog, tailwind, and soft terrain o… the pilot's inadequate inflight planning/decision, and his misjudgment of speed and distance. Related factors were: fog, tailwind, and soft terrain on the overrun area at the end of the runway.
Apr 11, 1996	ST JOHNS, AZ	N172VB	Incident	substantial	the pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions, his use of an overly excessive approach speed, and his misjudged distance/altitude relati… the pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions, his use of an overly excessive approach speed, and his misjudged distance/altitude relationship to the runway. The wind was a factor.
Jun 27, 1995	CONGO TOWN, CF	N60LC	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Nov 01, 1994	FORT LAUDERDALE, FL	N5715C	Incident	substantial	The failure of the left main landing gear upper barrel and trunion assembly due to overstress separations, resulting in the collapse of the left main … The failure of the left main landing gear upper barrel and trunion assembly due to overstress separations, resulting in the collapse of the left main landing gear on landing rollout.
Sep 26, 1994	FT. LAUDERDALE, FL	N63PB	Incident	minor	The first officer's failure to maintain directional control on landing roll out due to improper use of brakes, resulting in the airplane veering off t… The first officer's failure to maintain directional control on landing roll out due to improper use of brakes, resulting in the airplane veering off the runway, and subsequent on-ground collision with a runway light and sign. Contributing to the incident was the failure of the return spring in the right master brake cylinder, and the failure of the first officer to relinquish the flight controls when requested by the pilot-in- command.
Jul 24, 1994	ST. PETERSBURG, FL	N318AB	Incident	minor	COLLAPSE OF THE RIGHT MAIN LANDING GEAR DURING THE LANDING ROLL FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS.
Feb 12, 1994	GRAND CANYON, AZ	N26514	Incident	substantial	THE FAILURE OF THE OTHER AIRCRAFT'S LEFT BRAKE SYSTEM DUE TO A WORN MASTER CYLINDER, AND THE FAILURE OF THE OTHER PILOT TO TAXI AT A SPEED AND SPACING… THE FAILURE OF THE OTHER AIRCRAFT'S LEFT BRAKE SYSTEM DUE TO A WORN MASTER CYLINDER, AND THE FAILURE OF THE OTHER PILOT TO TAXI AT A SPEED AND SPACING INTERVAL WHICH WOULD ALLOW FOR SUCCESSFUL REMEDIAL ACTION.
Feb 07, 1994	BILLINGS, MT	N2718Y	Incident	substantial	THE NOSE GEAR ACTUATOR FROZE. A FACTOR TO THE ACCIDENT WAS TEMPERATURE EXTREMES.
Feb 20, 1993	NOME, AK	N4182G	Incident	destroyed	THE PILOT IN COMMAND NOT REMOVING THE ICE FROM THE PLANE'S AIRFOIL SURFACES BEFORE TAKEOFF. THE WEATHER CONDITION WAS A FACTOR.
Mar 18, 1992	MIAMI, FL	N69SC	Incident	minor	THE TOTAL FAILURE OF THE MAIN LANDING GEAR UPLOCK AND SEQUENCING VALVE FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS.
Mar 01, 1992	FORT LAUDERDALE, FL	N6786C	Incident	minor	IMPROPER OVERHAUL BY COMPANY MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL AND INACCURATE GEAR DOWN AND LOCKED INDICATION IN THE COCKPIT.
Aug 09, 1991	GRAND CANYON, AZ	N161TA	Incident	substantial	THE FAILURE OF THE AIRPORT OPERATOR TO DEVELOP ANIMAL CONTROL PROCEDURES FOR THE AIRPORT PROPERTY.
Dec 31, 1990	MARATHON, FL	N155PB	Incident	minor	FATIGUE FAILURE OF A NOSE LANDING GEAR DRAG BRACE ASSEMBLY WHICH CAUSED THE NOSE LANDING GEAR TO COLLAPSE DURING THE LANDING ROLL. CONTRIBUTING TO THE… FATIGUE FAILURE OF A NOSE LANDING GEAR DRAG BRACE ASSEMBLY WHICH CAUSED THE NOSE LANDING GEAR TO COLLAPSE DURING THE LANDING ROLL. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS AN INADEQUATE INSPECTION OF THE AIRPLANE APPROXIMATELY 7 HOURS EARLIER BY COMPANY MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL.
Aug 12, 1989	FORT LAUDERDALE, FL	N5851C	Incident	substantial	THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO POSITION THE AUXILIARY PUMP TO LOW FOR TAKEOFF, COMPUNDED BY IMPROPER PROCUDERES USED DURING THE RESULTANT IN-FLIGHT EMERG… THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO POSITION THE AUXILIARY PUMP TO LOW FOR TAKEOFF, COMPUNDED BY IMPROPER PROCUDERES USED DURING THE RESULTANT IN-FLIGHT EMERGENCY.
Aug 25, 1988	PRESCOTT, AZ	N5715C	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
May 16, 1988	MANGROVE CAY, BF	C6503	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Feb 02, 1988	PROVINCETOWN, MA	N29PB	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Jan 18, 1988	PRESCOTT, AZ	N6842Q	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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