Cessna A185E Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 73 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

73

All Events

52

Incidents

10

Minor

5

Serious

6

Fatal (8 fatalities)
Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Oct 07, 1999 YAKUTAT, AK N85CG Incident substantial The pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing area. A factor associated with the accident was soft terrain.
Aug 30, 1999 ANCHORAGE, AK N124LR Incident substantial The total loss of engine power for an undetermined reason.
May 21, 1999 OTHELLO, WA N50AU Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions after landing. Factors include gusty winds.
Apr 16, 1997 BILLINGS, MT N70194 Incident substantial The flight instructor's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions. The crosswind conditions were a factor.
Nov 03, 1996 PRICE, UT N19EC Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
Aug 15, 1996 CODY, WY N185K Incident substantial
failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane and runway alignment during the takeoff roll. Factors relating to the accident we…

failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane and runway alignment during the takeoff roll. Factors relating to the accident were: the crosswind, and possible dragging of the right brake.
May 05, 1996 CASCADE, ID N185MP Incident substantial
the pilot's improper planning/decision, his failure to ensure that the airplane would maintain proper clearance from obstructions (trees), and his del…

the pilot's improper planning/decision, his failure to ensure that the airplane would maintain proper clearance from obstructions (trees), and his delay in aborting the takeoff. The soft/wet runway and tailwind were related factors.
Oct 04, 1995 OLA, ID N70221 Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate preflight preparation by failing to determine that the takeoff area was clear of obstructions. The rock was a factor.
Aug 14, 1995 DICKINSON, ND N47428 Incident substantial the pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions, and his improper recovery from the bounced landing. The high wind was a factor.
Jan 21, 1995 HILLSBORO, OR N748 Incident substantial A LOSS OF ENGINE POWER FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS.
Oct 03, 1992 ADMIRALTY ISL, AK N4755Q Incident substantial THE PILOT'S SELECTION OF UNSUITABLE TERRAIN. A FACTOR RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WAS: THE SOFT SAND.
Jul 29, 1992 CADILLAC, MI N4573F Incident substantial THE PILOT'S PREMATURE LIFTOFF AND SUBSEQUENT STALL MUSH.
Oct 17, 1991 DOG SALMON RIV, AK N2756J Incident substantial THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN AIRSPEED. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE DOWNDRAFT.
Jun 15, 1991 KING SALMON, AK N70148 Incident substantial
FUEL EXHAUSTION, THE PILOT'S INADEQUATE PREFLIGHT AND THE INADEQUATE FUEL CONSUMPTION CALCULATIONS. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE SOFT TERRAI…

FUEL EXHAUSTION, THE PILOT'S INADEQUATE PREFLIGHT AND THE INADEQUATE FUEL CONSUMPTION CALCULATIONS. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE SOFT TERRAIN, AND TUNDRA.
Mar 20, 1990 ALEXANDER LAKE, AK N3386L Incident substantial LOSS OF ENGINE POWER FOR AN UNKNOWN REASON. FACTORS RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: DARKNESS AND TREES IN THE EMERGENCY LANDING AREA.
Nov 07, 1989 ANCHORAGE, AK N1592F Incident substantial
THE THROTTLE CONTROL LINKAGE BECAME DISCONNECTED ON THE FIRST FLIGHT AFTER AN ANNUAL INSPECTION DUE TO IMPROPER MAINTENANCE. DARKNESS AND HIGH VEGETA…

THE THROTTLE CONTROL LINKAGE BECAME DISCONNECTED ON THE FIRST FLIGHT AFTER AN ANNUAL INSPECTION DUE TO IMPROPER MAINTENANCE. DARKNESS AND HIGH VEGETATION WERE CONTRIBUTING FACTORS.
Jun 13, 1987 NORWOOD, CO N5836J Incident substantial Investigation pending
Feb 26, 1987 MELBOURNE, FL N2287T Incident substantial Investigation pending
Aug 22, 1986 SOLDIER BAR AIR, ID N1RC Incident substantial Investigation pending
May 13, 1986 TOK, AK N4761Q Incident substantial Investigation pending
Oct 11, 1985 INTRACOASTALCTY, LA N21RH Incident substantial Investigation pending
Oct 20, 1984 SHULIN LAKE, AK N70018 Incident substantial Investigation pending
Oct 03, 1984 MORGAN CITY, LA N2768J Incident substantial Investigation pending
May 26, 1984 REFUGE COVE, AK N2231T Incident substantial Investigation pending
Mar 30, 1984 TULELAKE, CA N70060 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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