Cessna R182 Safety Record

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

137

All Events

87

Incidents

17

Minor

4

Serious

29

Fatal (62 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
May 30, 2021 Minden, NV N757ZZ Minor substantial
The pilot receiving instruction’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, and the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action…

The pilot receiving instruction’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, and the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action.

Sep 17, 2020 Marksville, LA N6208T Minor substantial
The pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection, during which he failed to ensure the landing gear handle in the “down” position which resulted in the lan…

The pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection, during which he failed to ensure the landing gear handle in the “down” position which resulted in the landing gear retracting during takeoff, a loss of directional control, and a runway excursion.

Jan 25, 2014 Mt. Morris, IL N6359T Minor substantial The total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion, which resulted from the pilot's inadequate pre-flight planning and decision-making.
Aug 03, 2013 Lago Vista, TX N6370T Minor substantial
The pilot’s inadequate recovery from a bounced landing in crosswind conditions, and an inadvertent aerodynamic stall during the subsequent go-around a…

The pilot’s inadequate recovery from a bounced landing in crosswind conditions, and an inadvertent aerodynamic stall during the subsequent go-around attempt.

Feb 04, 2012 Colorado Springs, CO N2696C Minor substantial The pilot did not extend the landing gear before landing.
Jul 06, 2011 Hesperia, CA N7392X Minor substantial
The separation of the end baffle cone inside the muffler, which blocked airflow through the engine after takeoff and resulted in a loss of engine powe…

The separation of the end baffle cone inside the muffler, which blocked airflow through the engine after takeoff and resulted in a loss of engine power and an off-airport landing into obstacles.

Jun 19, 2005 Hancock, NY N736TG Minor substantial The pilot's misjudgment of speed/distance which resulted in a runway overrun. A factor was the wet turf runway.
May 07, 2000 MONUMENT VALLEY, UT N3622C Minor substantial
The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions and his delayed go-around, which resulted in the loss of aircraft control. A factor was the t…

The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions and his delayed go-around, which resulted in the loss of aircraft control. A factor was the turbulent weather conditions.

Jun 05, 1997 POUGHKEEPSIE, NY N2336C Minor destroyed The pilot's delayed decision to abort the landing.
Aug 29, 1991 PARKER, CO N2628C Minor substantial PARTIAL FAILURE OF THE AIRCRAFT POWERPLANT FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS. A RELATED FACTOR WAS: THE SOFT TERRAIN.
Jun 05, 1991 WILLIAMS, AZ N484ER Minor substantial THAT THE FLIGHT ENCOUNTERED WINDSHEAR AND THAT AIRCRAFT CONTROL WAS NOT POSSIBLE.
Jul 01, 1989 TELLURIDE, CO N7385Y Minor destroyed
INADEQUATE COMPENSATION FOR WIND CONDITIONS BY THE PILOT AND HIS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN RUNWAY ALIGNMENT. CONTRIBUTING FACTORS WERE WIND CONDITIONS, HIGH…

INADEQUATE COMPENSATION FOR WIND CONDITIONS BY THE PILOT AND HIS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN RUNWAY ALIGNMENT. CONTRIBUTING FACTORS WERE WIND CONDITIONS, HIGH DENSITY ALTITUDE, AND TREES.

May 29, 1989 WALKER CAY, BF N7367Y Minor substantial Investigation pending
Jul 07, 1985 MIDLAND, TX N1739R Minor substantial Investigation pending
May 16, 1985 MONTICELLO, AR N737LE Minor substantial Investigation pending
Dec 24, 1983 PENNINGTON GAP, VA N736NJ Minor substantial Investigation pending
Oct 07, 1983 GROVONT, WY N7039W Minor 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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