Cessna Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 28016 events recorded from 1974 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 13, 2019 | Crossett, AR | N8448S | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's failure to maintain the runway centerline and his subsequent failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which result…The pilot's failure to maintain the runway centerline and his subsequent failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion and subsequent nose-over. |
| May 12, 2019 | Mahahual, Mexico, MX | XB-OYJ | Fatal (2) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| May 12, 2019 | Northway, AK | N2429E | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a ground loop and subsequent nose-over. |
| May 11, 2019 | Dexter, MI | N21794 | Serious (2) | substantial | The airplane's failure to maintain a climb for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence. |
| May 11, 2019 | Glades Park, CO | N6314B | Minor | substantial |
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed and climb rate during takeoff in high-density altitude conditions, which resulted in his failure to …The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed and climb rate during takeoff in high-density altitude conditions, which resulted in his failure to clear power lines. |
| May 09, 2019 | Savannah, GA | N744AT | Incident | — |
The lineman's inadvertent introduction of diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) to the fuel truck fuel system icing inhibitor reservoir, which resulted in fuel c…The lineman's inadvertent introduction of diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) to the fuel truck fuel system icing inhibitor reservoir, which resulted in fuel contamination and a total loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was the fixed-base operator's failure to ensure that DEF was stored off-airfield in accordance with their own policy. |
| May 06, 2019 | Auburn, CA | N734DX | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's improper retraction of the flaps during a go-around and his exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack, which resulted in an ae…The pilot's improper retraction of the flaps during a go-around and his exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall. |
| May 06, 2019 | Red Rock, AZ | N8887U | Incident | substantial | A partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information. |
| May 05, 2019 | Marion, IN | N96974 | Minor | destroyed |
The pilot's improper trim setting and his exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack during a go-around, which resulted in an aerodynamic s…The pilot's improper trim setting and his exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack during a go-around, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall. |
| May 04, 2019 | Kalispell, MT | N185FT | Incident | substantial | The loss of directional control during landing for reasons that could not be determined based on available evidence. |
| May 04, 2019 | VALPARAISO, IN | N7711L | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's improper throttle application and subsequent failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll in gusting left crosswind con…The pilot's improper throttle application and subsequent failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll in gusting left crosswind conditions, which resulted in a ground loop. |
| May 04, 2019 | Smithers, CA | C-FLVN | Fatal (3) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| May 03, 2019 | Atizapán de Zaragoza, Mexico (jjc airport), MX | XB-OWS | Fatal (1) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| May 03, 2019 | Carvers, NV | N5418M | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to accurately assess the available runway for the takeoff, which resulted in impact with a gravel berm. |
| May 01, 2019 | Wasilla, AK | N3031U | Incident | substantial |
The flight instructor's failure to verify the fuel level, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion and a subsequent force…The flight instructor's failure to verify the fuel level, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion and a subsequent forced landing and collision with a power line pole. Contributing to the accident was the student pilot's inadequate preflight fuel planning. |
| May 01, 2019 | Mill Creek, CA | N7302S | Fatal (1) | substantial |
A total loss of engine power due to oil starvation as a result of the failure of a gasket on the oil filter adapter and the pilot’s inability to clear…A total loss of engine power due to oil starvation as a result of the failure of a gasket on the oil filter adapter and the pilot’s inability to clear power lines during the emergency landing. |
| May 01, 2019 | Tyrone, PA | N733KZ | Fatal (2) | substantial | The pilot’s continued visual flight rules flight into instrument meteorological conditions, resulting in controlled flight into trees and terrain. |
| Apr 30, 2019 | New Bern, NC | N733UF | Minor | substantial | The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion. |
| Apr 29, 2019 | Porterville, CA | N189JC | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's failure to verify that the rear cargo portion of the right cabin door was adequately secured before flight, which resulted in both portion…The pilot's failure to verify that the rear cargo portion of the right cabin door was adequately secured before flight, which resulted in both portions of the door opening in flight and substantial damage to the fuselage. |
| Apr 28, 2019 | Edwards Air Force Base, CA | N106ED | Incident | substantial | An undetermined event, which resulted in substantial damage to the airplane for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence. |
| Apr 24, 2019 | Morgan, UT | N1628C | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion and an attempted aborted landing and…The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion and an attempted aborted landing and impact with bushes and terrain. |
| Apr 23, 2019 | Key West, FL | N366TA | Incident | substantial | The pilot's decision to attempt a takeoff in rough sea conditions, resulting in damage to the floats and the sinking of the seaplane. |
| Apr 23, 2019 | Prescott, AZ | N1897V | Incident | substantial | The student pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a fence post during taxi operations. |
| Apr 22, 2019 | Prineville, OR | N4567C | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff with a crosswind. |
| Apr 20, 2019 | Reedsburg, WI | N59DW | Incident | substantial | The pilot's loss of directional control and subsequent improper brake application during the landing roll, which resulted in a nose-over. |