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
Feb 01, 2022 Heath, OH N716MC Fatal (1) destroyed The pilot’s failure to maintain altitude after takeoff, which resulted in collision with trees and terrain.
Jan 28, 2022 Coburg, OF D-ECJN Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Dec 26, 2021 Hardy, AR N5798T Fatal (2) destroyed
The non-instrument rated pilot’s decision to continue visual flight into an area of instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in a loss of …

The non-instrument rated pilot’s decision to continue visual flight into an area of instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in a loss of control due to spatial disorientation. Contributing to the accident was a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.

Dec 12, 2021 Inola, OK N3187L Fatal (1) destroyed The loss of airplane control for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence.
Dec 08, 2021 Statesboro, GA N5776B Fatal (1) destroyed
The pilot’s decision to initiate a visual flight rules flight into dark night instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in spatial disorien…

The pilot’s decision to initiate a visual flight rules flight into dark night instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in spatial disorientation and subsequent loss of control shortly after takeoff.

Dec 04, 2021 Bonnerdale, AR N182NS Fatal (1) destroyed
The noninstrument rated pilot’s improper decision to continue visual flight rules flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in …

The noninstrument rated pilot’s improper decision to continue visual flight rules flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in spatial disorientation and a subsequent impact with terrain.

Dec 03, 2021 Laguna Negra, OF ZP-TOU Fatal (3) destroyed Investigation pending
Nov 24, 2021 Grove City, PA N6209U Fatal (2) destroyed
A catastrophic engine failure due to oil starvation after the pilot’s failure to secure the oil filler cap before flight. Contributing to the accident…

A catastrophic engine failure due to oil starvation after the pilot’s failure to secure the oil filler cap before flight. Contributing to the accident was the pilots’ decision to continue the flight following the oil loss event and precautionary landing.

Nov 22, 2021 Chadron, NE N310JA Fatal (3) destroyed The incapacitating effects of a myocardial infarction (heart attack), which resulted in the pilot's loss of airplane control and impact with terrain.
Nov 19, 2021 Carlsbad, NM N91AZ Fatal (1) substantial The pilot's failure to maintain separation from an FM tower guy wire while on an aerial survey flight.
Nov 16, 2021 Hope, CA C-FBKJ Fatal (2) substantial Investigation pending
Nov 11, 2021 Branchville, NJ N90559 Fatal (2) destroyed The flight instructor’s failure to recover from a steep spiral turn during an instructional flight.
Nov 11, 2021 Dornbirn, AU N731MT Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Oct 31, 2021 Forrest City, AR N6713G Fatal (1) substantial
The pilot’s loss of control during landing. Contributing to the pilot’s injuries was his ejection from the airplane resulting from him not wearing his…

The pilot’s loss of control during landing. Contributing to the pilot’s injuries was his ejection from the airplane resulting from him not wearing his available seat restraints.

Oct 28, 2021 Ukiah, CA N1870V Fatal (1) substantial
A power interruption due to water-contaminated fuel, which resulted in the student pilot aborting the takeoff and landing hard. Contributing to the ac…

A power interruption due to water-contaminated fuel, which resulted in the student pilot aborting the takeoff and landing hard. Contributing to the accident were a leak in the left fuel tank that allowed water to enter and damage to the fuel tank that prevented water from being properly drained during the preflight inspection.

Oct 24, 2021 Papua, OF PK-SNN Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Oct 20, 2021 Dunsmuir, CA N5268Q Fatal (1) substantial
The non-certificated pilot’s improper decision to continue the flight under visual flight rules into instrument meteorological conditions which result…

The non-certificated pilot’s improper decision to continue the flight under visual flight rules into instrument meteorological conditions which resulted in controlled flight into terrain.

Oct 19, 2021 Tapachula, MX XB-RQE Fatal (1) unk Investigation pending
Oct 15, 2021 Reserve, NM N7584M Fatal (1) substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from terrain while maneuvering at a low altitude. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s reduced forwa…

The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from terrain while maneuvering at a low altitude. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s reduced forward visibility due to the sun.

Oct 11, 2021 Santee, CA N7022G Fatal (1) destroyed Loss of control due to spatial disorientation.
Oct 08, 2021 Atlanta, GA N128EE Fatal (4) destroyed
The pilot’s failure to ensure that his seat was properly secured before initiating the takeoff, which resulted in a loss of control during the initial…

The pilot’s failure to ensure that his seat was properly secured before initiating the takeoff, which resulted in a loss of control during the initial climb. Contributing to the accident was the lack of an installed secondary seat stop, and the airplane’s aft center of gravity condition.

Oct 02, 2021 St-Mathieu-de-Laprairie, OF C-FFRV Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Sep 30, 2021 La Pajarera, MX XB-ITG Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Sep 29, 2021 Dala-Floda, OF SE-IFD Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Sep 13, 2021 Samos Island, OF 4X-CHZ Fatal (2) substantial Investigation pending
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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