Cessna TU206 Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 170 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 01, 2025 | Ellsworth, ME | N9493Z | Incident | substantial |
The pilot’s decision to operate the airplane with a known deficiency of the floats, which resulted in an accumulation of water in the forward compartm…The pilot’s decision to operate the airplane with a known deficiency of the floats, which resulted in an accumulation of water in the forward compartments of the floats, a forward center of gravity, and subsequent nose over during a water landing. |
| Mar 12, 2025 | Orlando, FL | N27GP | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jun 24, 2022 | Bielsko Biala, PL | OK-ROY | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| May 21, 2021 | Phoenix, AZ | XBBLB | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain directional control after an encounter with a windshear during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion. |
| Nov 21, 2020 | Twentynine Palms, CA | N878AH | Incident | substantial |
The pilot’s decision to takeoff with a known mechanical engine anomaly, and the failure of the No. 2-cylinder exhaust valve, which resulted in a total…The pilot’s decision to takeoff with a known mechanical engine anomaly, and the failure of the No. 2-cylinder exhaust valve, which resulted in a total loss of engine power during the initial climb and subsequent impact with terrain. |
| Aug 19, 2019 | Regina, NM | N6588X | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's improper preflight performance planning for a high-density altitude takeoff from a short, dirt airstrip, which resulted in impact with ter…The pilot's improper preflight performance planning for a high-density altitude takeoff from a short, dirt airstrip, which resulted in impact with terrain. |
| Jul 03, 2019 | Waikoloa Village, HI | N150SC | Incident | substantial | The total loss of engine power due to the failure of the No. 4 connecting rod crankshaft end and cap. |
| Sep 20, 2018 | Brenham, TX | N756NN | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's improper fuel management during the landing approach, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation. Contributing …The pilot's improper fuel management during the landing approach, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation. Contributing to the accident was his failure to follow the published emergency procedures after the loss of engine power. |
| Jul 23, 2017 | Sandy, OR | N10AR | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s improper bank control during landing in gusting wind conditions. |
| Jul 16, 2017 | Albuquerque, NM | N166Z | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s improper landing flare in gusting wind conditions, which resulted in a porpoised landing. |
| Aug 03, 2015 | Saint Ignatius, MT | N235HM | Incident | substantial |
Maintenance personnel’s failure to tighten a fuel line, which resulted in a loss of fuel pressure and a subsequent loss of engine power during cruise …Maintenance personnel’s failure to tighten a fuel line, which resulted in a loss of fuel pressure and a subsequent loss of engine power during cruise flight and an off-airport landing and collision with obstacles. |
| Oct 26, 2014 | Monument, OR | N4776U | Incident | substantial | The loss of braking action during the landing roll on a gravel runway for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information. |
| Sep 22, 2014 | Deadhorse, AK | N206J | Incident | substantial |
The application of insufficient torque to the engine cylinder through bolts during the replacement of the No. 1 cylinder, which resulted in the displa…The application of insufficient torque to the engine cylinder through bolts during the replacement of the No. 1 cylinder, which resulted in the displacement of the No. 2 bearing, oil starvation, and a catastrophic engine failure. |
| Nov 16, 2013 | Akita City, JA | JA4000 | Incident | minor | <br /><br /> |
| Jun 18, 2011 | Truth or Consequences, NM | N735JY | Incident | substantial | The pilot's inability to control the airplane on take off. |
| Aug 29, 2010 | Seneca, OR | N1406Q | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain directional control after takeoff, resulting in a collision with a tree. |
| Oct 19, 2008 | Buckeye, AZ | N4807F | Incident | substantial |
Another airplanes total loss of wheel brakes while taxing which resulted in the pilot of the other aircraft colliding with a standing aircraft. Contr…Another airplanes total loss of wheel brakes while taxing which resulted in the pilot of the other aircraft colliding with a standing aircraft. Contributing to the accident was the other airplanes low brake hydraulic fluid. |
| Aug 19, 2008 | Glendale, AZ | N62DB | Incident | substantial |
A loose fuel line fitting that resulted in a partial loss of engine power during the initial takeoff climb. Contributing to the accident was inadequa…A loose fuel line fitting that resulted in a partial loss of engine power during the initial takeoff climb. Contributing to the accident was inadequate maintenance installation of the fitting. |
| Jul 31, 2008 | Murrieta, CA | N1499M | Incident | substantial | A malfunction of the flight control system and loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. |
| Jul 01, 2008 | Coeur d'Alene, ID | N4776U | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's failure to maintain proper runway alignment and clearance from a large rock on the side of the runway. Contributing to the accident was t…The pilot's failure to maintain proper runway alignment and clearance from a large rock on the side of the runway. Contributing to the accident was the failure of the pilot to maintain the runway environment of his private strip clear of obstructions. |
| Jul 14, 2007 | New Meadows, ID | N9374Z | Incident | substantial |
The loss of engine power due to the loss of engine oil pressure following the oil pump's drive shaft failure for an undetermined reason. Contributing…The loss of engine power due to the loss of engine oil pressure following the oil pump's drive shaft failure for an undetermined reason. Contributing factors were the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing and the rough/uneven terrain. |
| Oct 01, 2006 | Juneau, AK | N206AK | Incident | substantial |
The separation of the number 6 cylinder assembly from the engine during cruise flight, which resulted in a hard forced landing in rough ocean swells. …The separation of the number 6 cylinder assembly from the engine during cruise flight, which resulted in a hard forced landing in rough ocean swells. A factor contributing to the accident was the rough ocean swells. |
| Jul 28, 2006 | Lowman, ID | N5421X | Incident | substantial | The pilot's loss of aircraft control due to a downdraft on short final followed by an uncontrolled descent to a hard landing. |
| Jun 27, 2006 | ELDORADO, TX | N5424X | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during an emergency simulation resulting in a hard landing. A contributing factor was the flight instructor'…The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during an emergency simulation resulting in a hard landing. A contributing factor was the flight instructor's delayed remedial action. |
| Jun 14, 2006 | Alamosa, CO | N6134X | Incident | substantial |
the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during the landing. Contributing factors include the gusty winds, the crosswind, and the pilot exceed…the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during the landing. Contributing factors include the gusty winds, the crosswind, and the pilot exceeding the maximum demonstrated crosswind component for the airplane. |