Cessna P206 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 66 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

66

All Events

30

Incidents

7

Minor

6

Serious

22

Fatal (49 fatalities)
Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Jun 23, 2025 Port Graham, AK N8630Z Incident substantial Investigation pending
Mar 16, 2025 Frankston, TX N4672F Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing with a gusting crosswind.
Jul 13, 2024 Cozumel, MX XA-TDE Incident unk Investigation pending
Nov 21, 2022 La Familia, BH N8725Z Incident — Investigation pending
Sep 13, 2019 Caldwell, ID N4746F Incident substantial The pilot's improper approach, which resulted in a long landing, a runway overrun, and collision with a drainage culvert.
Jul 14, 2019 Cascade, ID N131DV Incident substantial A loss of engine power due to the pilot’s improper leaning of the engine.
May 27, 2011 Wasilla, AK N8665Z Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff from an unpaved airstrip, resulting in a collision with trees.
May 17, 2010 Spring Branch, TX N50LP Incident substantial A loss of engine power due to fuel contamination.
Oct 17, 2009 Palmer, AK N8665Z Incident substantial
The pilot's decision to land on a short gravel runway, and his failure to initiate a go-around, which resulted in an overrun and on-ground collision w…

The pilot's decision to land on a short gravel runway, and his failure to initiate a go-around, which resulted in an overrun and on-ground collision with a fence.
Dec 29, 2005 Lake Wales, FL N8640Z Incident substantial The loss of engine power during takeoff-initial climb due to fuel starvation, which resulted in a hard, off-airport forced landing.
Nov 23, 2005 New Braunfels, TX N2564X Incident substantial The pilot's improper compensation for the existing wind conditions resulting in a loss of control. A contributing factor was the gusty crosswind.
Sep 13, 2004 Clearwater, ID N4661F Incident substantial
A loss of engine power due to fatigue crack propagation of the number three piston pin while in cruise flight, leading to a power off forced landing i…

A loss of engine power due to fatigue crack propagation of the number three piston pin while in cruise flight, leading to a power off forced landing in an open field. Factors include soft uphill terrain.
Jun 27, 2003 Gooding, ID N2825X Incident substantial Improper flare while landing. Factors include inadequate preflight preparation and a tow bar that had not been removed prior to the flight.
Apr 24, 2003 Newport, RI N4624F Incident substantial The pilot's inadvertent encounter with propeller blast.
Mar 10, 2001 Derby, KS N2507X Incident substantial
The misjudged in-flight planning the pilot had for the forced landing. Factors were the induction air ducting separation, the pilot not coordinating…

The misjudged in-flight planning the pilot had for the forced landing. Factors were the induction air ducting separation, the pilot not coordinating his emergency procedure with airfield traffic, and the trees.
May 26, 1996 GOSHEN, IN N2625X Incident substantial
the parachute equipment was not properly maintained by the parachutist. A factor related to the accident was the inadvertent deployment of the parach…

the parachute equipment was not properly maintained by the parachutist. A factor related to the accident was the inadvertent deployment of the parachute.
May 05, 1996 HARRISON, NY N8744Z Incident substantial separation of the number one connecting rod bolt, which resulted in a total loss of engine power.
Feb 24, 1990 LOGAN, UT N4679F Incident destroyed THE PILOT FLEW THE AIRCRAFT WITH AN IMPROPER MODIFICATION TO THE FUEL SYSTEM, WHICH RESULTED IN A FUEL LEAK AND SUBSEQUENT FIRE.
Aug 13, 1989 LOUISVILLE, OH N4688F Incident substantial THE PILOT'S IMPROPER FLARE FOR LANDING.
Aug 01, 1989 PUNTA ABRIEJOS, MX N2521X Incident substantial Investigation pending
May 27, 1989 NEW HUDSON, MI N21GV Incident substantial
PILOT'S INADEQUATE PREFLIGHT WHICH RESULTED IN AN ENGINE FAILURE DUE TO WATER CONTAMINATION OF THE FUEL SYSTEM. THE WIRES, TREES, AND UTILITY POLE WER…

PILOT'S INADEQUATE PREFLIGHT WHICH RESULTED IN AN ENGINE FAILURE DUE TO WATER CONTAMINATION OF THE FUEL SYSTEM. THE WIRES, TREES, AND UTILITY POLE WERE RELATED FACTORS.
Mar 29, 1989 WEST PALM BEACH, FL N4740F Incident — FAILURE OF THE THROTTLE CONTROL ARM RESULTING IN THE LOSS OF ENGINE POWER. THE FAILURE WAS CAUSED BY POOR MAINTENANCE.
Mar 05, 1987 HOOKER, OK N4783F Incident substantial Investigation pending
May 12, 1986 WELLSBORO, PA N4626F Incident substantial Investigation pending
Jul 23, 1985 LIMERICK, ME N8789Z 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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