Cessna A185F Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 308 events recorded from 1982 to 2026.

308

All Events

215

Incidents

34

Minor

13

Serious

45

Fatal (82 fatalities)
Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Jul 05, 2022 Plymouth, CT N2423A Minor substantial The pilot’s encounter with known and forecast adverse weather which resulted in a collision with trees during the initial climb.
Jun 09, 2022 Sunriver, OR N94078 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during takeoff, which resulted in a collision with terrain.
Apr 08, 2022 Evansville, IN N1040F Incident substantial The pilot did not maintain directional control during the landing roll resulting in a ground loop.
Feb 01, 2022 Gila Bend, AZ N185DG Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll
Sep 08, 2021 Arlington, WA N185BB Incident substantial The fatigue fracture of the tailwheel fitting spring, which resulted in the loss of directional control during the landing roll.
Sep 06, 2021 Kingsley, IA N7574N Incident substantial The total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of an unsecured fuel bladder, which reduced the fuel capacity of the affected tank.
Jul 05, 2021 Blanco, TX N1393F Incident substantial The unexpected change in wind speed and direction during the landing which resulted a runway overrun.
Jul 03, 2021 Hoonah, AK N1199Q Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Jun 28, 2021 Dillingham, AK N8216J Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff in gusting wind conditions which resulted in a loss of control and impact with terr…

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff in gusting wind conditions which resulted in a loss of control and impact with terrain.
Jun 06, 2021 Chandalar Lake, AK N85DT Incident substantial The pilot’s over application of the brakes, which resulted in a nose over.
May 02, 2021 Driggs, ID N9BB Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while landing with gusting wind conditions, which resulted in a ground loop.
Apr 17, 2021 North Vernon, IN N19D Incident substantial The pilot’s improper installation of the fuel selector handle, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.
Apr 15, 2021 Anchorage, AK N714JE Incident substantial A loss of control during landing for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence.
Mar 20, 2021 Fairbanks, AK N58316 Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a ground loop.
Mar 07, 2021 Pueblo, CO N185RF Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control in gusting crosswind conditions.
Mar 05, 2021 Skwentna, AK N1848R Incident substantial
Installation of improper hardware on the ski check cable. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate inspection of the ski yokes, which resulted …

Installation of improper hardware on the ski check cable. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate inspection of the ski yokes, which resulted in the subsequent failure of the right main landing gear ski yoke and collapse of the right main landing gear during the precautionary landing.
Aug 15, 2020 Sugar Land, TX N5418E Minor substantial
A total loss of engine power after takeoff for undetermined reasons, and the pilot’s subsequent exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack …

A total loss of engine power after takeoff for undetermined reasons, and the pilot’s subsequent exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack during landing, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
Aug 22, 2018 Kaktovik, AK N8041R Incident substantial A loss of engine power due to fuel starvation during a steep turn with a low fuel state.
Aug 01, 2018 White Mountain, AK N185KB Incident substantial
A partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the engine revealed no mechanical malfunct…

A partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the engine revealed no mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.
Jun 29, 2016 King Salmon, AK N3969Q Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain airplane control while landing in gusty wind conditions, resulting in a noseover.
Jun 25, 2016 Coeur d'Alene, ID N4585F Fatal (1) substantial The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees while maneuvering at low altitude in mountainous terrain.
Aug 31, 2015 Miami, FL N186AZ Incident substantial The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing and separation of the left main landing gear wheel from its strut.
Aug 10, 2015 Emily, MN N23DE Incident substantial The pilot's failure to retract the landing gear, which resulted in a gear down water landing and a nose over.
Jul 11, 2015 Dauphin Island, AL N185DK Incident substantial The pilot's loss of directional control during the landing roll in gusty wind conditions which resulted in a ground loop and impact with terrain.
Apr 01, 2015 Palmer, AK N3885Q Incident substantial The pilot's loss of directional control during landing, resulting in a collision with terrain.
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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