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
Jun 06, 2025 Phoenix, AZ N45659 Minor substantial Investigation pending
Jun 05, 2025 Lanseria, SF ZS-MZJ Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Jun 03, 2025 Naiguata, OF YV3217 Incident unk Investigation pending
Jun 03, 2025 Santa Elena de Uairén, OF YV-1983 Incident minor Investigation pending
Jun 02, 2025 Charlevoix, MI N71149 Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain pitch control during the takeoff that resulted in multiple bounces and substantial damage to the fuselage.
Jun 02, 2025 Vero Beach, FL N5200F Minor substantial A total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined.
Jun 01, 2025 Elberta, AL N150FJ Incident substantial Investigation pending
May 31, 2025 Kooskia, ID N3463F Serious (1) substantial Investigation pending
May 31, 2025 Columbus, MS N177LS Minor substantial
The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection and improper in-flight decision-making, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaust…

The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection and improper in-flight decision-making, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion and a subsequent landing on rough terrain.

May 31, 2025 Vereda El Canelón, CO HK-1925 Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
May 29, 2025 Tucson Estates, AZ N6419B Incident substantial The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
May 29, 2025 Trinidad Casanare, CO HK1817 Fatal minor Investigation pending
May 29, 2025 Lake Evella Aerodrome, AS VH-NXA Incident substantial Investigation pending
May 28, 2025 Snohomish, WA N2155Q Incident substantial
The pilot’s decision to continue the landing attempt with insufficient runway remaining, which resulted in a runway overrun and collision with a fence…

The pilot’s decision to continue the landing attempt with insufficient runway remaining, which resulted in a runway overrun and collision with a fence.

May 26, 2025 Monroe, WA N6132G Incident substantial
The student pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during landing, and the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action, which resulted in impact…

The student pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during landing, and the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action, which resulted in impact with a ditch.

May 25, 2025 Šeduva, OF LY-TBT Incident substantial Investigation pending
May 23, 2025 Pasaje, OF HC-CMM Serious (1) destroyed Investigation pending
May 22, 2025 Murfreesboro, TN N6317D Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane while attempting to take off in a gusty crosswind, which resulted in a runway excu…

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane while attempting to take off in a gusty crosswind, which resulted in a runway excursion.

May 22, 2025 San Diego, CA N666DS Fatal (6) destroyed Investigation pending
May 22, 2025 Montgomery, AL N1298M Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate clearance from a fence during taxi.
May 22, 2025 Arlington, TX N3239Q Incident substantial The failure of the left landing gear system and subsequent intentional gear up landing.
May 21, 2025 Trapper Creek, AK N3308S Incident substantial The pilot’s improper flare while landing on glassy water, which resulted in a hard landing.
May 16, 2025 Wahoo, NE N2614V Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from an obstacle during taxi operations.
May 08, 2025 Florida City, FL N5405T Minor substantial The commercial pilot’s improper fuel management, which resulted in a loss of total engine power due to fuel starvation.
May 08, 2025 Ocala, FL N174A Serious (1) substantial
The pilot’s decision to depart on the flight with known electrical issues and his subsequent loss of situational awareness (geographic position), whic…

The pilot’s decision to depart on the flight with known electrical issues and his subsequent loss of situational awareness (geographic position), which resulted in his eventual decision to perform an off-airport landing.

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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