How many accidents has the Cessna had?

The NTSB has recorded 28016 events involving the Cessna : 4716 fatal, 2284 serious, 4073 minor injuries, and 16766 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Cessna a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Cessna has 28016 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

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
Oct 27, 2014	Faribault, MN	N510PT	Incident	substantial	An inflight collision with a goose while descending to land at the destination airport.
Oct 26, 2014	Santa Monica, CA	N353MV	Incident	substantial	The separation of a section of a propeller blade due to fatigue cracking. Contributing to the accident was the operator’s failure to comply with the m… The separation of a section of a propeller blade due to fatigue cracking. Contributing to the accident was the operator’s failure to comply with the manufacturer’s maintenance and inspection instructions.
Oct 26, 2014	Brownsville, TX	XBNCZ	Incident	substantial	A loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion, which resulted from the pilot’s inadequate preflight fuel planning.
Oct 26, 2014	Monument, OR	N4776U	Incident	substantial	The loss of braking action during the landing roll on a gravel runway for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information.
Oct 24, 2014	Apopka, FL	N1533V	Incident	substantial	The student pilots improper landing flare which resulted in a hard landing and loss of aircraft control. Contributing to the accident was the flight i… The student pilots improper landing flare which resulted in a hard landing and loss of aircraft control. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor's delayed remedial actions.
Oct 24, 2014	Kalamazoo, MI	N8219M	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to ensure that the landing gear was fully extended in the down and locked position prior to touchdown, which resulted in the left … The pilot's failure to ensure that the landing gear was fully extended in the down and locked position prior to touchdown, which resulted in the left main landing gear collapse, runway excursion, and impact with a runway exit sign.
Oct 23, 2014	Hawthorne, CA	N564AT	Incident	substantial	The pilot's improper flare which resulted in a loss of aircraft control and subsequent hard landing.
Oct 23, 2014	Lake Havasu, AZ	N1590W	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with terrain.
Oct 23, 2014	Louisburg, NC	N731PM	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff.
Oct 15, 2014	Orange, TX	N2437G	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during a go-around to avoid another airplane that was making a nonstandard approach to the opposing r… The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during a go-around to avoid another airplane that was making a nonstandard approach to the opposing runway. Contributing to the accident was the other pilot’s use of a nonstandard approach while landing on the opposing runway.
Oct 15, 2014	West Memphis, AR	N731QV	Incident	substantial	A catastrophic engine failure due to an oil starvation event for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence.
Oct 11, 2014	Coloma, MI	N180CT	Incident	substantial	The pilot did not use the departure checklist, resulting in an inadvertent landing with the pontoon wheels extended.
Oct 09, 2014	Gustavus, AK	N180KN	Incident	substantial	The pilot's excessive use of brakes during the landing roll, which resulted in a nose over.
Oct 08, 2014	Van Nuys, CA	N378MS	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to monitor the distance between the left wing and blast fence while maneuvering behind another airplane.
Oct 06, 2014	Rozo, CO	HK-1746	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Oct 04, 2014	Arlington, TX	N124RP	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadequate flight preparation and navigation during a training flight resulting in collision with low wires.
Oct 04, 2014	Tampa, FL	N550AJ	Incident	—	The lack of flat roller bearings in the two elevator trim tab actuators and maintenance personnel’s inadequate lubrication of the left elevator trim t… The lack of flat roller bearings in the two elevator trim tab actuators and maintenance personnel’s inadequate lubrication of the left elevator trim tab actuator, both of which resulted in the overstress fracture of the left internal screw and subsequent in-flight failure of the pitch trim system.
Oct 02, 2014	Marion, MT	N156JM	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Sep 30, 2014	Thermal, CA	N738TJ	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing after an encounter with a dust devil.
Sep 29, 2014	Kodiak, AK	N2483C	Incident	substantial	The pilots failure to maintain control of the airplane while taxiing in gusty wind conditions.
Sep 22, 2014	Deadhorse, AK	N206J	Incident	substantial	The application of insufficient torque to the engine cylinder through bolts during the replacement of the No. 1 cylinder, which resulted in the displa… The application of insufficient torque to the engine cylinder through bolts during the replacement of the No. 1 cylinder, which resulted in the displacement of the No. 2 bearing, oil starvation, and a catastrophic engine failure.
Sep 20, 2014	Bethany Center, NY	N3785D	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain a directional control of the airplane during gusting wind conditions.
Sep 19, 2014	Portland, OR	N3210A	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing.
Sep 19, 2014	Leesburg, FL	N13394	Incident	substantial	The flight instructor’s delayed remedial action and his subsequent loss of directional control during landing on a wet runway for reasons that could n… The flight instructor’s delayed remedial action and his subsequent loss of directional control during landing on a wet runway for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the airplane revealed no anomalies.
Sep 16, 2014	Ambler, AK	N6589E	Incident	substantial	The pilot's decision to takeoff from a rough airstrip in gusty wind conditions, which resulted in a loss of control.

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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