How many accidents has the Cessna U206G had?

The NTSB has recorded 119 events involving the Cessna U206G: 37 fatal, 16 serious, 15 minor injuries, and 51 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Cessna U206G a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Cessna U206G has 119 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

Cessna U206G Safety Record

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

119

All Events

Incidents

Minor

Serious

Fatal (106 fatalities)

Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
Jul 25, 2025	Kerrville, TX	N756XY	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s failure to confirm the fuel quantity before flight which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.
Aug 14, 2023	Skwentna, AK	N4891Z	Incident	substantial	The airplane’s float contacted an undetected submerged gravel bar during landing which resulted in a nose over.
Mar 01, 2021	McGrath, AK	N1748R	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s selection of an unsuitable landing surface.
Sep 04, 2017	Kodiak, AK	N16GP	Incident	substantial	*This probable cause was modified on November 27, 2018. Please see the docket for this accident to view the original probable cause.* The pilo… *This probable cause was modified on November 27, 2018. Please see the docket for this accident to view the original probable cause.* The pilot's improper decision to takeoff in an area of rough water and ocean swells, which resulted in a failure of the right float struts.
Jul 31, 2016	Sleetmute, AK	N206JC	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during the initial climb after taking off from a wet runway and his exceedance of the airplane’s cri… The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during the initial climb after taking off from a wet runway and his exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
May 23, 2016	Chinita Bay, AK	N4596U	Incident	substantial	The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for taxi, resulting in a tail strike and aft fuselage substantial damage.
Jun 27, 2015	Anchorage, AK	N756BW	Incident	substantial	The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing, and his failure to maintain directional control.
Nov 15, 2014	La Verne, CA	N9420R	Incident	substantial	The pilot's loss of directional control during the landing roll for reasons that could not be determined, because postaccident examination of the nose… The pilot's loss of directional control during the landing roll for reasons that could not be determined, because postaccident examination of the nosewheel assembly revealed no anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
May 30, 2013	King Salmon, AK	N77206	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadequate airspeed control during a glassy water landing, which resulted in an excessive sink rate, and a hard landing.
May 14, 2013	Friday Harbor, WA	N707WJ	Incident	substantial	A collision with a bird while on the downwind leg of the traffic pattern.
Apr 24, 2013	Nenana, AK	N756DJ	Incident	substantial	Ice accretion in the right main landing gear wheel brake during departure, which prevented the right main landing gear from rotating on landing and re… Ice accretion in the right main landing gear wheel brake during departure, which prevented the right main landing gear from rotating on landing and resulted in a runway excursion and subsequent impact with a snow bank.
Jun 07, 2012	Homer, AK	N9049G	Incident	substantial	The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing.
Mar 09, 2012	Naknek, AK	N756CL	Incident	substantial	The pilot's decision to take off from an unsuitable off-airport site.
Sep 15, 2011	Beluga, AK	N1779R	Incident	substantial	The total loss of engine power for an undetermined reason.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Oct 14, 2005	Hanover, MI	N5227X	Incident	substantial	The pilot misjudged the landing flare which resulted in the bounced landing and subsequent overload failure of the nose landing gear wheel. A factor … The pilot misjudged the landing flare which resulted in the bounced landing and subsequent overload failure of the nose landing gear wheel. A factor associated with the accident was the grass airstrip.
Dec 24, 2004	Illiamna, AK	N9909Z	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadequate compensation for the gusty wind conditions, which resulted in a loss of control, and the airplane nosing over. A factor contri… The pilot's inadequate compensation for the gusty wind conditions, which resulted in a loss of control, and the airplane nosing over. A factor contributing to the accident was the gusty wind condition.

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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