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
Sep 08, 2009 Truckee, CA N206ST Serious (4) substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed for flight, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and subsequent impact with the ground. Contributi…

The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed for flight, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and subsequent impact with the ground. Contributing to the accident was the intermittent failure of the stall warning system due to a contaminated switch.

Jun 06, 2002 Manteo, NC N2594X Serious (2) substantial
a total loss of engine power due to the failure of a connecting rod bolt because of fatigue, resulting in damage to the airplane during the subsequent…

a total loss of engine power due to the failure of a connecting rod bolt because of fatigue, resulting in damage to the airplane during the subsequent ditching.

May 30, 1999 PISCATAWAY, NJ N4724F Serious (5) destroyed was a power loss for undetermined reason(s) while operating over unsuitable terrain.
Apr 07, 1998 RIVERTON, WY N4728F Serious (1) destroyed
continued flight by the pilot into instrument meteorological conditions (IMC), and his failure to maintain sufficient altitude from terrain, while man…

continued flight by the pilot into instrument meteorological conditions (IMC), and his failure to maintain sufficient altitude from terrain, while manuevering to reverse direction. Related factors were: the adverse weather conditions, mountainous terrain, and the pilot's lack of instrument experience.

Nov 05, 1989 THELMA, TX N2566X Serious (1) substantial THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO DRAIN ALL THE WATER FROM THE FUEL SYSTEM DURING PREFLIGHT.
Sep 03, 1983 KENAI, AK N8698Z Serious (3) 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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