Cessna U206G Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 119 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

119

All Events

51

Incidents

15

Minor

16

Serious

37

Fatal (106 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Dec 15, 2011 Nanwalek, AK N252AL Minor substantial
The pilot’s decision to takeoff from a contaminated runway with unfavorable wind conditions, and his failure to maintain airspeed during the initial c…

The pilot’s decision to takeoff from a contaminated runway with unfavorable wind conditions, and his failure to maintain airspeed during the initial climb, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall. Contributing to the accident was the operator’s inadequate procedures for operational control and dispatch.

Sep 15, 2011 Beluga, AK N1779R Incident substantial The total loss of engine power for an undetermined reason.
Jul 30, 2011 Talkeetna, AK N756MP Fatal (4) destroyed
The inadequate visual lookout and failure to see and avoid by the pilots of both airplanes while maneuvering to land, which resulted in a midair colli…

The inadequate visual lookout and failure to see and avoid by the pilots of both airplanes while maneuvering to land, which resulted in a midair collision. Contributing to the accident was the lack of standardized, unequivocal procedures concerning common traffic advisory frequencies used in the area.

Jul 17, 2011 Matinicus Island, ME N910TA Serious (1) substantial The pilot’s improper fuel management, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.
Apr 24, 2011 Stow, MA N304EB Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition and his failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Dec 05, 2010 Leverett, MA N9742Z Fatal (2) substantial A total loss of engine power due to the fatigue failure of the crankshaft, which resulted from improper tightening of the cylinder hold-down nuts.
Aug 19, 2010 Homer, AK N9815M Incident substantial The loss of engine power for an undetermined reason, resulting in an off-airport emergency landing and subsequent nose over.
Jun 30, 2010 Iliamna, AK N4596U Minor substantial The total loss of engine power during cruise flight due to a fractured crankshaft.
May 06, 2010 Yuma, AZ N756WN Fatal (1) substantial
The pilot's loss of situational awareness and failure to maintain aircraft control while maneuvering at low altitude. Contributing to the accident was…

The pilot's loss of situational awareness and failure to maintain aircraft control while maneuvering at low altitude. Contributing to the accident was glare from the rising sun.

Mar 05, 2010 Nanwalek, AK N734JM Incident substantial The pilot's decision to land on a short, icy runway with poor braking action, resulting in a runway overrun/excursion and collision with a snowbank.
Oct 22, 2009 Elizabethton, TN N120MS Fatal (2) substantial The pilot’s failure to remain clear of rising terrain while maneuvering at low altitude.
Jul 14, 2009 Yellow Pine, ID N71BS Serious (1) substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the trees while taking off in a high-density altitude. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's fa…

The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the trees while taking off in a high-density altitude. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's failure to perform pre-takeoff performance calculations, his positioning of the elevator trim in a nose-down position, and the discrepancy between the airplane's flap positioning lever and the actual position of the flaps.

Jul 11, 2009 Stadtlohn-Wenningfeld, GE N21SC Serious (1) minor Investigation pending
Aug 20, 2008 Igiugig, AK N4773U Incident substantial The pilot's misjudged speed and distance during takeoff, which resulted in the float-equipped airplane colliding with a bank.
Oct 18, 2007 Lebanon, ME N8777Q Incident substantial Failure of the crankshaft resulting in the total loss of engine power.
Sep 14, 2007 Fort Bragg, CA N5344U Minor substantial The pilot's misjudged speed and distance, which resulted in a landing overrun of the runway.
Aug 22, 2007 Anaco, VE YV-1562 Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Aug 18, 2007 Iliamna, AK N4773U Incident substantial
The pilot's inadequate compensation for gusty wind conditions, which resulted in the float-equipped airplane's right wing striking the bottom of the s…

The pilot's inadequate compensation for gusty wind conditions, which resulted in the float-equipped airplane's right wing striking the bottom of the shallow lake, while taxiing for takeoff. A factor contributing to the accident was the gusty wind condition.

May 24, 2007 Leeville, LA N45WT Fatal substantial The failure of the operator of the powerboat to maintain separation from the departing floatplane.
Apr 19, 2007 Welaka, FL N2874B Fatal (2) substantial
The pilot's continued visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions and his failure to maintain clearance from utility poles. Contributing t…

The pilot's continued visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions and his failure to maintain clearance from utility poles. Contributing to the accident were the fog and haze.

Apr 13, 2007 Glendale, AZ N756HQ Incident substantial The pilot's failure to properly latch the door prior to takeoff.
Oct 23, 2006 Willcox, AZ N206LL Incident substantial The pilot's misjudged flare and porpoising during landing.
Sep 12, 2006 Wasco, CA N6238U Incident substantial The pilot's improper decision in leaving the engine running while he left the airplane unattended.
Aug 19, 2006 Whittier, AK N4975U Serious (1) substantial
The pilot's continued VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in a collision with terrain while maneuvering to reverse di…

The pilot's continued VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in a collision with terrain while maneuvering to reverse direction in a pass. A factor contributing to the accident was clouds in the pass.

Apr 21, 2006 Bloomington, IN N120HS Fatal (5) destroyed
The pilot's continued descent below decision height and not maintaining adequate altitude/clearance from the trees while on approach. Factors were th…

The pilot's continued descent below decision height and not maintaining adequate altitude/clearance from the trees while on approach. Factors were the the night lighting conditions, and the mist.

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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