How many accidents has the Cessna T182 had?

The NTSB has recorded 64 events involving the Cessna T182: 16 fatal, 3 serious, 6 minor injuries, and 39 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Cessna T182 a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Cessna T182 has 64 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

Cessna T182 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 64 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

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Fatal (28 fatalities)

Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
Dec 12, 2014	Cahokia, IL	N93CL	Incident	—	The mechanic’s improper installation of the elevator trim actuator, which resulted in reversed elevator trim control, and his subsequent failure to de… The mechanic’s improper installation of the elevator trim actuator, which resulted in reversed elevator trim control, and his subsequent failure to detect the misrigging of the elevator cables during the postmaintenance inspection.
Nov 20, 2014	St. Petersburg, FL	N6004S	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to properly set the throttle prior to engine start, which resulted in a loss of control and collision with a hangar.
Oct 08, 2014	Van Nuys, CA	N378MS	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to monitor the distance between the left wing and blast fence while maneuvering behind another airplane.
Dec 25, 2013	Hillsboro, OR	N3531F	Minor	substantial	The pilot's decision to continue the instrument approach beyond the published missed approach point.
Apr 21, 2013	Colorado Springs, CO	N538MA	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s improper recovery from a bounced landing.
Jan 11, 2013	Brandon, FL	N9454H	Incident	substantial	Failure of the No. 2 cylinder’s rod bearing, which resulted in a total loss of engine power.
Nov 13, 2012	San Antonio, TX	N856DK	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s misjudgment of the landing speed and the runway distance remaining and his delay in applying the brakes, which resulted in an overrun.
Jul 06, 2012	Flagstaff, AZ	N5209P	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s inadequate landing flare after encountering a downdraft, which resulted in a hard landing.
Apr 06, 2012	Ludlow, CA	N5201F	Fatal (1)	substantial	The in-flight loss of control due to the pilot’s impairment as a result of hypoxia. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s operation of the airp… The in-flight loss of control due to the pilot’s impairment as a result of hypoxia. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s operation of the airplane above 12,500 feet without the aid of supplemental oxygen.
Feb 09, 2012	Lebanon, NH	N6062E	Fatal (1)	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain airspeed during a return to the airport after takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and loss of airplane con… The pilot’s failure to maintain airspeed during a return to the airport after takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and loss of airplane control.
Dec 16, 2010	Moline, IL	N2187H	Minor	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and noseover.
Sep 28, 2010	Downers Grove, IL	N2439W	Incident	substantial	The pilot's improper airspeed during landing, which resulted in a runway overrun, and his delayed decision to execute a go-around.
Aug 14, 2010	McCall, ID	N992WS	Incident	substantial	The pilot's delay in making the decision to abort the takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the condition of the takeoff surface, and the high den… The pilot's delay in making the decision to abort the takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the condition of the takeoff surface, and the high density altitude.
Nov 01, 2009	Loveland, CO	N652CP	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point during dusk light conditions, and his failure to execute a go-around.
Sep 29, 2009	Granite Falls, WA	N2183P	Incident	substantial	Landing in rugged terrain for undetermined reasons.
Sep 02, 2008	Munising, MI	N140NE	Incident	substantial	The inadequate preflight planning/preparation by the pilot to carry a hazardous material aboard an airplane that resulted in a fire during an after-la… The inadequate preflight planning/preparation by the pilot to carry a hazardous material aboard an airplane that resulted in a fire during an after-landing taxi.
Jun 29, 2008	Lincoln Park, NJ	N357TG	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control while landing. Contributing to the accident was the wet runway and hydroplaning conditions.
Jun 17, 2008	Point Roberts, WA	N2413M	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees during a go-around. Contributing to the accident were the pilot inadvertently allowing the airpla… The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees during a go-around. Contributing to the accident were the pilot inadvertently allowing the airplane to porpoise during the landing flare, and the presence of a tailwind.
Jun 13, 2008	Omaha, NE	N2164Y	Incident	substantial	The pilot's improper use of the elevator trim resulting in a nose low/hard landing.
May 28, 2008	Vandenberg, FL	N2252Z	Incident	substantial	The pilot's unstabilized approach and failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in a veer off the runway.
May 10, 2008	Newport, RI	N65433	Minor	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during a go-around. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's improper weather evaluation and a t… The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during a go-around. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's improper weather evaluation and a tailwind.
Nov 09, 2007	Las Vegas, NV	N881CP	Fatal (2)	destroyed	The pilot's failure to maintain an adequate terrain clearance/altitude during climb to cruise. Contributing to the accident were rising mountainous te… The pilot's failure to maintain an adequate terrain clearance/altitude during climb to cruise. Contributing to the accident were rising mountainous terrain, the dark nighttime lighting condition, the pilot's loss of situational awareness, and the Federal Aviation Administration controller's failure to issue a terrain-related safety alert.
Feb 27, 2007	Athens, TX	N14685	Serious (1)	substantial	The loss of engine power as result of the failure of a mechanic to properly check the torque on the input and output fuel lines to the fuel transducer… The loss of engine power as result of the failure of a mechanic to properly check the torque on the input and output fuel lines to the fuel transducer during the manufacturing process. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
Oct 05, 2006	Spokane, WA	N134GW	Incident	substantial	The pilot's excessive braking which resulted in a loss of aircraft control during the landing roll. A taxiway sign was a factor.
May 27, 2006	Burney, CA	N451JE	Fatal (3)	destroyed	the pilot's decision to continue VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions and his failure to maintain clearance from mountainous terrain.

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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