Cessna TU206 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 170 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

170

All Events

80

Incidents

32

Minor

12

Serious

46

Fatal (122 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Jan 18, 2006 Cordova, AK N5371U Incident substantial
The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff, and his delay in aborting the takeoff, which resulted an overrun and subsequent collision wit…

The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff, and his delay in aborting the takeoff, which resulted an overrun and subsequent collision with an embankment. A factor contributing to the accident was the snow-covered airstrip.

Mar 12, 2005 Lancaster, TX N6211Z Incident substantial The pilot's mismanagement of the available fuel supply, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.
Oct 02, 2004 Nogales, AZ N4835F Incident substantial
the pilot's failure to remain on the designated taxiway surface, which resulted in the airplane's collision with the ditch. The dark lighting conditi…

the pilot's failure to remain on the designated taxiway surface, which resulted in the airplane's collision with the ditch. The dark lighting condition was a factor to the accident.

Nov 17, 1999 LAFAYETTE, LA N4803U Incident substantial
The partial blockage of oil within the engine's oil galley resulting in a total power loss. Contributing factors were the failure of the #1 connectin…

The partial blockage of oil within the engine's oil galley resulting in a total power loss. Contributing factors were the failure of the #1 connecting rod, the failure of the pilot to achieve the proper touchdown point during the forced landing, the tailwind and the fence.

Oct 23, 1999 JEANERETTE, LA N4807F Incident substantial
The total loss of power for undetermined reasons and the pilot's failure to maintain airspeed, while clearing a ditch during a forced landing, resulti…

The total loss of power for undetermined reasons and the pilot's failure to maintain airspeed, while clearing a ditch during a forced landing, resulting in an inadvertent stall. A factor was the ditch.

Aug 08, 1999 DURANGO, CO N4835F Incident substantial
A worn landing nose gear steering system that diminished the ability to steer the airplane. Factors were improper maintenance by unknown persons, and…

A worn landing nose gear steering system that diminished the ability to steer the airplane. Factors were improper maintenance by unknown persons, and loose gravel.

Jun 30, 1999 TALKEETNA, AK N126KT Incident substantial
The pilot not following emergency procedures, and improper use of the electric fuel boost pump, while attempting to restart the engine in flight. A …

The pilot not following emergency procedures, and improper use of the electric fuel boost pump, while attempting to restart the engine in flight. A factor associated with this accident was the inadequate fuel consumption calculations by the pilot.

Jun 25, 1999 SALINE VALLEY, CA N8728Q Incident substantial The pilot's failure to verify the fuel quantity prior to departure, which led to fuel exhaustion.
May 21, 1999 WEST, TX N29096 Incident substantial The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing.
Mar 03, 1999 CASCADE, ID N756AV Incident substantial Unsuitable terrain for landing was selected. Snow covered airstrip was a factor.
Jul 25, 1998 MIDVALE, UT N102AK Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate fuel management which resulted in fuel exhaustion and subsequent loss of engine power.
Mar 19, 1998 AVALON, CA N9674G Incident substantial
Contamination of the fuel system which led to a loss of engine power. Factors were the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing and the barbwi…

Contamination of the fuel system which led to a loss of engine power. Factors were the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing and the barbwire fence.

Aug 18, 1997 EDWALL, WA N6620Z Incident substantial A fatigue failure of the engine crankshaft. Factors contributing to the accident were the rolling terrain, and the fence.
May 18, 1997 YAKUTAT, AK N230B Incident substantial the pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing.
Dec 08, 1996 MAMMOTH LAKES, CA N756UP Incident substantial
The loss of power for undetermined reasons, and the pilot's inappropriate use of flaps and his failure to maintain an adequate airspeed during the sub…

The loss of power for undetermined reasons, and the pilot's inappropriate use of flaps and his failure to maintain an adequate airspeed during the subsequent landing attempt.

Nov 29, 1995 EAGAR, AZ N6236X Incident substantial the pilot's failure to assure an adequate amount of fuel was on board for the flight.
Aug 07, 1995 ENNIS, MT N777FN Incident substantial THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S INACCURATE WEATHER EVALUATION AND CONTINUED FLIGHT INTO ADVERSE WEATHER. THE MICROBURST WAS A FACTOR.
Mar 21, 1994 CANTON, IL N3841G Incident substantial the pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions. A factor associated with the accident was the crosswind.
Mar 08, 1994 CRYSTAL RIVER, FL N8319Q Incident substantial THE FAILURE OF THE NO 1 PISTON CONNECTING ROD FOR UNDETERMINED CAUSES. THE LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN FOR A FORCED LANDING WAS A FACTOR.
Feb 16, 1994 SALT LAKE CITY, UT N756YH Incident substantial THE PILOT'S IMPROPER AIRCRAFT HANDLING DURING THE ABORTED TAKEOFF.
Sep 05, 1993 MARBLE CANYON, AZ N9454G Incident substantial
fuel starvation due to the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection of the aircraft and his failure to refuel the aircraft either prior to departure or…

fuel starvation due to the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection of the aircraft and his failure to refuel the aircraft either prior to departure or enroute.

May 25, 1993 MOUNTAIN HOME, ID N5203X Incident substantial COMPENSATION FOR WIND CONDITIONS WAS INADEQUATE. THE WIND GUSTS WERE A FACTOR.
Aug 22, 1991 BLOCK ISLAND, RI N756UF Incident substantial
IMPROPER PLANNING/DECISION BY THE PILOT BY ELECTING TO TAKEOFF WITH A KNOWN DEFICIENCY WITH THE EQUIPMENT. THE DEFICIENCY (CRACKED/LEAKING FLOAT) WAS …

IMPROPER PLANNING/DECISION BY THE PILOT BY ELECTING TO TAKEOFF WITH A KNOWN DEFICIENCY WITH THE EQUIPMENT. THE DEFICIENCY (CRACKED/LEAKING FLOAT) WAS A RELATED FACTOR.

Jul 11, 1990 ROCHE HARBOR, WA N4953Z Incident substantial THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL AFTER ENCOUNTERING UNSTABLE ATMOSPHERIC CONDITIONS DURING FINAL APPROACH TO LANDING.
Jul 09, 1990 SHERIDAN, OR N4784U Incident substantial INADVERTENT ENGAGEMENT OF THE AUTOPILOT DURING THE FLARE FOR LANDING.
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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