Cessna Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 28016 events recorded from 1974 to 2026.

28016

All Events

16766

Incidents

4073

Minor

2284

Serious

4716

Fatal (9541 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Jul 04, 2019 Reeves, LA N3725V Minor substantial
The pilot's failure to secure the oil filler cap, which resulted in oil starvation and a precautionary off-airport landing, during which the airplane …

The pilot's failure to secure the oil filler cap, which resulted in oil starvation and a precautionary off-airport landing, during which the airplane was substantially damaged.

Jul 03, 2019 Montville, ME N1516E Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain the proper airspeed and his exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack during a low-altitude climbing turn,…

The pilot's failure to maintain the proper airspeed and his exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack during a low-altitude climbing turn, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.

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.
Jul 02, 2019 Stanley, ID N612TW Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control and his overapplication of brakes during an aborted takeoff, which resulted in a runway excursion …

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control and his overapplication of brakes during an aborted takeoff, which resulted in a runway excursion and subsequent nose-over.

Jul 02, 2019 Tracy, CA N6306P Incident substantial The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with a vehicle.
Jul 01, 2019 Coeur d'Alene, ID N9235B Incident substantial
The pilot's improper landing flare, which resulted in a bounced landing, and his subsequent failure to maintain directional control during landing wit…

The pilot's improper landing flare, which resulted in a bounced landing, and his subsequent failure to maintain directional control during landing with a gusting crosswind, which resulted in a ground-loop.

Jun 30, 2019 Lincoln, MT N5JB Minor substantial A loss of control during landing, which resulted in a nose landing gear collapse and runway excursion.
Jun 30, 2019 Manteo, NC N78658 Minor substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed and his exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack, which resulted in an aerodynamic stal…

The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed and his exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.

Jun 29, 2019 Pickens, SC N75077 Incident substantial Maintenance personnel’s improper installation of the right main landing gear brake assembly, which resulted in the loss of control during landing.
Jun 29, 2019 Plant City, FL N80JF Incident substantial
The pilot's improper landing flare due to reduced visibility from a foggy windshield and his failure to use the airplane’s windshield defrost system, …

The pilot's improper landing flare due to reduced visibility from a foggy windshield and his failure to use the airplane’s windshield defrost system, which resulted in a hard landing and subsequent nose landing gear collapse.

Jun 29, 2019 Greer, SC N724BC Incident substantial
The pilot's improper decision to continue a steep and fast approach to landing, which resulted in a runway overrun and collision with a drainage culve…

The pilot's improper decision to continue a steep and fast approach to landing, which resulted in a runway overrun and collision with a drainage culvert.

Jun 28, 2019 Omaha, NE N5256Q Incident substantial The loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.
Jun 28, 2019 Phoenix, AZ N606JA Incident substantial
The student pilot's improper landing flare and failure to maintain the runway heading, which resulted in the loss of airplane control, and the flight …

The student pilot's improper landing flare and failure to maintain the runway heading, which resulted in the loss of airplane control, and the flight instructor's delayed remedial action during a go-around with a crosswind, which resulted in a bounced landing and subsequent impact with a pole.

Jun 28, 2019 Wasilla, AK N9939V Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll, which resulted in the left wing striking bushes. Contributing to the acci…

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll, which resulted in the left wing striking bushes. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s distorted visual perception due to his flying with one seat cushion rather than the two cushions he typically used.

Jun 27, 2019 Pescadero, CA N3504A Fatal (1) destroyed Impact with the ocean for reasons that could not be determined because the airplane was not located.
Jun 27, 2019 Pleasanton, KS N30257 Incident substantial The pilot's loss of yaw control during takeoff with a right quartering headwind in gusting wind conditions, which resulted in a collision with trees.
Jun 27, 2019 Janesville, WI N318RW Serious (1) minor The passenger’s decision to unbuckle her restraints during an in-flight turbulence event, resulting in serious injury.
Jun 27, 2019 Chimaltenango, GT N5388N Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Jun 25, 2019 Glasgow, EI EI-DMG Incident minor Investigation pending
Jun 24, 2019 Presidio, TX N8521T Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing with a crosswind, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with vegetation.
Jun 23, 2019 Clewiston, FL N5096L Incident substantial
The student pilot's maneuver to the left to avoid striking birds during takeoff and his subsequent loss of directional control after aborting the take…

The student pilot's maneuver to the left to avoid striking birds during takeoff and his subsequent loss of directional control after aborting the takeoff and landing on soft, muddy grass adjacent to the runway during, which resulted in a nose-over.

Jun 22, 2019 Tulsa, OK N9200B Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing in gusting crosswind conditions, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact wit…

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing in gusting crosswind conditions, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with a taxiway sign.

Jun 22, 2019 Panama City, FL N5239D Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a ground loop.
Jun 21, 2019 Burley, ID N8465M Incident substantial
The pilot's improper landing flare during landing in a gusting, right quartering tailwind, which resulted in the airplane wheel barrowing and a subseq…

The pilot's improper landing flare during landing in a gusting, right quartering tailwind, which resulted in the airplane wheel barrowing and a subsequent runway overrun, impact with terrain, and noseover.

Jun 21, 2019 Fullerton, CA N64460 Incident substantial
Partial loss of engine power during takeoff due to an age-degraded carburetor heat valve seal, which detached and partially blocked the carburetor air…

Partial loss of engine power during takeoff due to an age-degraded carburetor heat valve seal, which detached and partially blocked the carburetor air inlet. Contributing to the accident was an inadequate maintenance inspection.

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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