How many accidents has the Cessna R182 had?

The NTSB has recorded 137 events involving the Cessna R182: 29 fatal, 4 serious, 17 minor injuries, and 87 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Cessna R182 a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Cessna R182 has 137 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

Cessna R182 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 137 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

137

All Events

Incidents

Minor

Serious

Fatal (62 fatalities)

Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
Aug 17, 2014	Farmingdale, NY	N292LC	Incident	substantial	The failure of the aluminum nipple fuel supply line fitting, which resulted in an engine compartment fire.
Jul 18, 2014	El Monte, CA	N7571T	Incident	substantial	The failure of the right main landing gear pivot assembly. Contributing to the accident was the owner's failure to perform an inspection of the assemb… The failure of the right main landing gear pivot assembly. Contributing to the accident was the owner's failure to perform an inspection of the assembly in accordance with the manufacturer's service bulletin.
Jan 26, 2014	Eustis, NE	N1833R	Incident	substantial	A catastrophic engine failure, which was initiated by the failure of the No. 5 connecting rod cap.
Jun 21, 2012	Santa Teresa, NM	N4702R	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s failure to ensure that the landing gear was down and locked before landing.
Jan 19, 2011	Houston, TX	N6187S	Incident	substantial	The failure of the landing gear to fully extend and lock in the down position due to the inoperative electric pump motor.
Jun 22, 2010	Albuquerque, NM	N9849C	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to lower the landing gear. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's distraction with an erroneous airspeed indicator.
May 14, 2009	Collins, MS	N7392S	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from an antenna during a low-altitude aerial observation flight. Contributing to the accident was the sun gl… The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from an antenna during a low-altitude aerial observation flight. Contributing to the accident was the sun glare.
Apr 11, 2009	Granger, TX	N756BZ	Incident	substantial	A loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's failure to visually verify that sufficient fuel was on board prior to flight.
Aug 15, 2007	Coeur D'Alene, ID	N756MN	Incident	substantial	the instructor's misjudged landing flare.
Jan 04, 2007	Hackettstown, NJ	N695X	Incident	substantial	The pilot-in-command's delayed aborted takeoff, which resulted in a runway overrun and collision with terrain. A factor was the rocks off the end of t… The pilot-in-command's delayed aborted takeoff, which resulted in a runway overrun and collision with terrain. A factor was the rocks off the end of the runway.
Oct 22, 2006	Ames, IA	N5274S	Incident	substantial	The fatigue failure of the landing gear actuator pin and the exterior visual maintenance inspection for cracks not possible by company maintenance per… The fatigue failure of the landing gear actuator pin and the exterior visual maintenance inspection for cracks not possible by company maintenance personnel.
Jul 25, 2006	McAlester, OK	N7364T	Incident	destroyed	The in-flight fuel leak and fire as result of electrical arcing of a fuel line connecting the engine driven fuel pump and the electric fuel pump.
Jun 22, 2006	Lebanon, TN	N6124T	Incident	substantial	Improper maintenance by other maintenance personnel resulting in the puncture of the landing gear hydraulic down line and the failure of the main land… Improper maintenance by other maintenance personnel resulting in the puncture of the landing gear hydraulic down line and the failure of the main landing gear to extended on landing.
Jun 09, 2006	Cooperstown, ND	N3360C	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inability to gain sufficient altitude during the aborted landing. Factors associated with the accident were the tailwind, the pilot's sel… The pilot's inability to gain sufficient altitude during the aborted landing. Factors associated with the accident were the tailwind, the pilot's selection of the runway used, the wet runway, the roadway, and the corn crop.
Feb 03, 2006	Bullhead City, AZ	N88AA	Incident	substantial	overload of the nose landing gear actuator attach bracket resulting in collapse of the nose gear while taxiing. It is undetermined when and under wha… overload of the nose landing gear actuator attach bracket resulting in collapse of the nose gear while taxiing. It is undetermined when and under what circumstances the overload occurred.
Jan 21, 2006	Bedford, MA	N6278T	Incident	substantial	The pilot's improper flare resulting in a hard landing. A factor in the accident was the wind gusts.
May 29, 2005	Roanoke, TX	N757ME	Incident	substantial	The pilot's misjudgment of distance needed to land to a full stop resulting in an overrun. Contributing factors were the prevailing rain and the enco… The pilot's misjudgment of distance needed to land to a full stop resulting in an overrun. Contributing factors were the prevailing rain and the encounter with hydroplaning conditions.
May 18, 2005	West Mifflin, PA	N6149S	Incident	minor	The failure of the landing gear actuator downlock pin due to fatigue, which resulted in the nose landing gear collapsing on landing.
Jul 11, 2004	California City, CA	N9108C	Incident	substantial	the pilot's failure to lower the landing gear. A contributing factor was the pilot's distraction while on final approach.
Mar 10, 2004	Bremerton, WA	N7362X	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control which resulted in a loss of control and subsequent wing strike with terrain. A contributing facto… The pilot's failure to maintain directional control which resulted in a loss of control and subsequent wing strike with terrain. A contributing factor was the soft terrain.
Feb 25, 2004	Elberfeld, IN	N5450T	Incident	destroyed	The in-flight and on-ground fires in the cabin and engine compartment for undetermined reasons during the flight's cruise and emergency landing.
Sep 24, 2003	Cedar City, UT	N6078C	Incident	substantial	the nose wheel separating from the airplane during the precautionary landing. Factors contributing to the accident were the missing nose gear axle th… the nose wheel separating from the airplane during the precautionary landing. Factors contributing to the accident were the missing nose gear axle through-bolt and the missing cotter pin.
Jun 12, 2003	Kent, WA	N7568T	Incident	substantial	The failure of the flaps to operate properly for undetermined reasons during the initial climb and subsequent aborted takeoff. A factor was the colla… The failure of the flaps to operate properly for undetermined reasons during the initial climb and subsequent aborted takeoff. A factor was the collapse of the main landing gear due to an inadequate amount of time for the gear extension process to be completed.
Apr 28, 2003	Monticello, NY	N1695R	Incident	substantial	The pilot's premature raising of the flaps during the aborted landing. A factor in this accident was the crosswind condition.
Aug 08, 2002	Reading, PA	N21PL	Incident	substantial	Separation of a hydraulic line from its landing gear motor fitting.

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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