Cessna A188B Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 320 events recorded from 1982 to 2024.

320

All Events

191

Incidents

47

Minor

40

Serious

40

Fatal (38 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Aug 04, 2006 Sumrall, MS N86188 Fatal (1) substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed which resulted in an inadvertent stall. Contributing factors were the partial loss of engine power and the l…

The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed which resulted in an inadvertent stall. Contributing factors were the partial loss of engine power and the low altitude.

May 03, 2006 Minidoka, ID N8959G Incident substantial The pilot's failure to abort the takeoff. A berm at the end of the runway was a factor.
Mar 27, 2006 Narrandera, AS VH-ZIP Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Sep 14, 2005 Paris, TX N9640G Incident substantial The loss of engine power due the failure of a connecting rod. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
Sep 05, 2005 Blytheville, AR N9083G Fatal (1) destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain control of the aircraft for undetermined reasons.
Aug 15, 2005 Winnsboro, LA N4952Q Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the take-off roll.
Aug 13, 2005 JOINER, AR N9101R Serious (1) substantial The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
Jul 16, 2005 Bishop, CA N731GE Incident substantial the failure of the tailwheel mount during the landing roll, which resulted in a ground loop.
Jun 23, 2005 Piggott, AR N9071R Fatal (1) destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed resulting in an inadvertent stall.
Jun 19, 2005 Washburn, ND N774T Incident substantial
The separation of the tailwheel assembly, the pilot's directional control of the airplane not possible during the takeoff, and the unsuitable terrain …

The separation of the tailwheel assembly, the pilot's directional control of the airplane not possible during the takeoff, and the unsuitable terrain the pilot encountered.

Jun 15, 2005 Osceola, AR N4894R Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff. A contributing factor was the prevailing crosswind.
Jun 11, 2005 Goodlett, TX N4919R Incident substantial The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain (soft) for the forced landing.
Jun 10, 2005 Truman, AR N4842R Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance with the power lines while maneuvering during an aerial application flight. A contributing factor was the s…

The pilot's failure to maintain clearance with the power lines while maneuvering during an aerial application flight. A contributing factor was the sunglare.

May 14, 2005 Ludell, KS N4734Q Fatal (1) destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees during an aerial application maneuver. The trees and the sun glare were contributing factors.
Apr 04, 2005 Palouse, WA N4784Q Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain terrain clearance during the initial climb after takeoff. A tailwind, hilly terrain and inadequate airspeed were fact…

The pilot's failure to maintain terrain clearance during the initial climb after takeoff. A tailwind, hilly terrain and inadequate airspeed were factors.

Aug 12, 2004 Mylo, ND N92806 Fatal (1) destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the windmill. The windmill was a contributing factor.
Jun 21, 2004 Prosser, NE N731MP Fatal (1) substantial
The pilot's abrupt maneuver to avoid obstructions, and his failure to maintain adequate airspeed resulting in a stall. The low altitude flight operat…

The pilot's abrupt maneuver to avoid obstructions, and his failure to maintain adequate airspeed resulting in a stall. The low altitude flight operation, and the transmission tower (antenna) were contributing factors.

Mar 25, 2004 Palouse, WA N731YZ Incident substantial
The pilot's decision to takeoff downwind resulting in his inability to achieve a positive climb rate and an in-flight collision with terrain. Factors…

The pilot's decision to takeoff downwind resulting in his inability to achieve a positive climb rate and an in-flight collision with terrain. Factors contributing to the accident included the rising terrain and the tailwind condition.

Jul 14, 2003 McGehee, AR N4247Y Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing. Contributing factors to the accident were the tailwind condition,…

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing. Contributing factors to the accident were the tailwind condition, the pilot's selection of the wrong runway on which to land and the ditch.

Jun 17, 2003 Hornersville, MO N70403 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during takeoff. A contributing factor was the crosswind.
May 16, 2003 Fabens, TX N478RD Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain terrain clearance. The pilot's attempt to avoid an obstacle was a contributing factor.
May 15, 2003 Kinta, OK N4931R Incident substantial
The loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. Contributing factors were the pilot's failure to supervise the refueling of the aircraft and failure…

The loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. Contributing factors were the pilot's failure to supervise the refueling of the aircraft and failure to use his before takeoff checklist.

Oct 29, 2002 Big Spring, TX N8811G Incident substantial
the failure of both pilots to maintain visual separation with each other. Factors were the Cessna pilot's inability to listen to or make radio transm…

the failure of both pilots to maintain visual separation with each other. Factors were the Cessna pilot's inability to listen to or make radio transmissions and the Piper pilot's nonstandard traffic pattern.

Sep 09, 2002 Dexter, MO N4919Q Incident substantial The fatigue fracture of the connecting rod, the recommended engine overhaul not performed by the company, and the low altitude flight.
Aug 02, 2002 Indianola, MS N4723Q Incident substantial The failure of the pilot to maintain clearance with a transmission wire resulting in the collision and substantial damage.
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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