Cessna U206 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 376 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

376

All Events

181

Incidents

48

Minor

30

Serious

115

Fatal (329 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Jul 20, 2001 FREEMONT, MI N756DM Minor substantial
The broken throttle cable during cruise flight and the pilot's inadequate flare during the forced landing attempt. Factors relating to this accident …

The broken throttle cable during cruise flight and the pilot's inadequate flare during the forced landing attempt. Factors relating to this accident were the low airspeed during the forced landing attempt and the short, corn stubble field.

Jul 03, 2001 SAN IGNACIO, BL CP-1644 Fatal (2) Investigation pending
Jun 28, 2001 Boulder City, NV N72218 Incident substantial the pilot's inadequate compensation for the tailwind gust and subsequent failure to maintain directional control of the airplane while landing.
May 12, 2001 New Market, VA N948CG Fatal (1) substantial
A loss of engine power due to a failure of the number 5 piston for undetermined reasons. A factor in this accident was the inadequate emergency hand…

A loss of engine power due to a failure of the number 5 piston for undetermined reasons. A factor in this accident was the inadequate emergency handling provided by the air route traffic controller.

May 06, 2001 Yamhill, OR N29147 Incident substantial
the pilot's failure to adequately compensate for gusty tailwind conditions, resulting in an excessive rate of descent at touchdown. Factors include gu…

the pilot's failure to adequately compensate for gusty tailwind conditions, resulting in an excessive rate of descent at touchdown. Factors include gusty tailwinds during the landing sequence.

May 05, 2001 Imnaha, OR N35854 Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions. Wind gusts were a factor.
Mar 08, 2001 Mica, WA CGISV Fatal (1) substantial
The pilot's continued flight into instrument meteorological conditions. Contributing factors were fog, low ceilings, drizzle/mist, rising terrain, an…

The pilot's continued flight into instrument meteorological conditions. Contributing factors were fog, low ceilings, drizzle/mist, rising terrain, and the non-availability of a functioning transponder.

Dec 11, 2000 SUMACAL, BL CP-1721 Fatal (6) Investigation pending
Nov 16, 2000 Cambridge, ID N8529Q Fatal (2) destroyed Airspeed not maintained and an inadvertent stall while maneuvering. Mountainous terrain was a factor.
Jul 06, 2000 NORTH HAVEN, ME N756HK Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to perform a go-around. Factors related to the accident were the pilot's lack of total flight experience in make and model, and t…

The pilot's failure to perform a go-around. Factors related to the accident were the pilot's lack of total flight experience in make and model, and the short landing area.

Jul 02, 2000 YELLOW PINE, ID N3488L Incident substantial The locknut was not secured and backed off the bolt. An improper maintenance installation was a factor.
Apr 22, 2000 WANAKA, NZ ZKJBJ Fatal (6) destroyed Investigation pending
Apr 20, 2000 PARKER, AZ N7260N Incident substantial The failure of the pilot to obtain the proper airspeed during landing, which resulted in a hard landing and subsequent porpoise down the runway.
Apr 13, 2000 DELTA JUNCTION, AK N8255Q Incident substantial The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing. Factors in the accident were snow-covered terrain, and a short runway/landing area.
Feb 05, 2000 ILIAMNA, AK N756HG Fatal (6) destroyed
The pilot's attempted flight into adverse weather, and his failure to maintain altitude/clearance above the snow-covered tundra. Factors associated w…

The pilot's attempted flight into adverse weather, and his failure to maintain altitude/clearance above the snow-covered tundra. Factors associated with the accident were snow, rain, and whiteout conditions.

Oct 31, 1999 CHALLIS, ID N902CT Fatal (4) substantial Aircraft control was not maintained. The pilot's improper decision to abort the landing and flight into a box canyon were factors.
Jun 18, 1999 CIUDAD BOLIVAR, VE YV239 Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Apr 04, 1999 RAMONA, CA N756CF Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain an adequate airspeed margin to compensate for the variable wind conditions existing at the time of the landing.
Jan 07, 1999 HOMESTEAD, FL N756XQ Serious (1) destroyed
The intentional low altitude flight/maneuver by the pilot-in-command and his disregard of the altitude clearance with terrain resulting in the infligh…

The intentional low altitude flight/maneuver by the pilot-in-command and his disregard of the altitude clearance with terrain resulting in the inflight collision with water during the dark night. Contributing to the accident was the lack of U.S. Customs procedures regarding the establishing of floors during training exercises at night. Findings in the accident were the pilot's intentional operation of the airplane at night during a training flight without operating the position lights contrary to U.S. Customs Service procedures, and the failure of the flightcrews tracking the airplane to notify the pilot before impact with the water.

Dec 19, 1998 ST JOHN'S, CA N4688C Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Sep 28, 1998 MISSING, BL CP152 Fatal (7) destroyed Investigation pending
Aug 07, 1998 STANLEY, ID N7494Q Incident substantial
The pilot-in-command's not lowering flaps prior to takeoff and overload of the nose landing gear. Contributing factors were high density altitude cond…

The pilot-in-command's not lowering flaps prior to takeoff and overload of the nose landing gear. Contributing factors were high density altitude conditions and high brush.

May 30, 1998 FAIRBANKS, AK N414UJ Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions. Factors associated with the accident are variable winds, and windshear.
May 17, 1998 ILIAMNA, AK N756HG Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate compensation for quartering tailwind conditions. A factor in the accident is the presence of a quartering tailwind.
Mar 21, 1998 GRAIN VALLEY, MO N506SD Fatal (6) destroyed Pilot's inadequate preflight, the partial loss of oil and the resulting rod failure. A factor was the pilot's failure to maintain flying speed.
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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