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
Dec 18, 2011	Clewiston, FL	N717KW	Incident	minor	The pilot's inadequate preflight fuel planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.
Dec 17, 2011	Montague, MA	N89809	Incident	substantial	The pilot's delay in performing a rejected takeoff after experiencing an intermittent loss of engine power, which resulted in a runway excursion.
Dec 10, 2011	Lowman, ID	N800YD	Incident	substantial	The pilot's misjudgment of the runway surface firmness, which resulted in a nose-over during the landing roll.
Dec 09, 2011	Venice, FL	N471TC	Incident	substantial	A loss of engine power during takeoff for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination and testing did not reveal any anomali… A loss of engine power during takeoff for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination and testing did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
Dec 09, 2011	Pampa, TX	N421CE	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadequate aircraft control during landing, which resulted in a hard landing.
Dec 04, 2011	Belhaven, NC	N2344U	Incident	substantial	A total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have pr… A total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
Dec 03, 2011	Wauseon, OH	N737ET	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's loss of directional control during landing.
Dec 02, 2011	Ocoee, FL	N576CS	Incident	—	Water contamination in the pitch trim actuators.
Dec 01, 2011	Schenectady, NY	N83PD	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s inadequate recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in a loss of control.
Nov 30, 2011	Fredericksburg, TX	N6735Q	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection, which resulted in a subsequent loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.
Nov 29, 2011	Nantucket, MA	N303PJ	Incident	minor	The failure of the right main fuel tank transfer pump, which resulted in a total loss of engine power on the right engine during approach due to fuel … The failure of the right main fuel tank transfer pump, which resulted in a total loss of engine power on the right engine during approach due to fuel starvation, and a subsequent hard landing. Contributing to the incident was the pilot's operation of the airplane with a low fuel quantity.
Nov 28, 2011	Napa, CA	N7952A	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's improper landing flare, inadequate recovery from a bounced landing, and loss of directional control.
Nov 25, 2011	Branson, MO	N42206	Incident	substantial	The pilot's improper landing flare and inadequate recovery from a bounced landing.
Nov 25, 2011	Sedona, AZ	N8059M	Incident	substantial	The collapse of the right main landing gear after landing for a reason that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal an… The collapse of the right main landing gear after landing for a reason that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation, and postaccident testing could not be performed due to damage.
Nov 23, 2011	Talkeetna, AK	N121EE	Incident	substantial	A broken wheel/ski clevis pin, which allowed the ski to pivot upward and strike the right wing lift strut.
Nov 23, 2011	Moline, IL	N544PS	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the parked, unoccupied airplane while taxiing. Contributing to the accident was the guidance provided b… The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the parked, unoccupied airplane while taxiing. Contributing to the accident was the guidance provided by the marshaller.
Nov 22, 2011	Princeton, MN	N6436P	Incident	substantial	The inadequate installation of the threaded insert in the No. 2 cylinder spark plug hole by maintenance personnel, which resulted in a loss of engine … The inadequate installation of the threaded insert in the No. 2 cylinder spark plug hole by maintenance personnel, which resulted in a loss of engine power during initial climb.
Nov 17, 2011	Ormond Beach, FL	N9890J	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadequate recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in a loss of airplane control.
Nov 12, 2011	Phoenix, AZ	N24350	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's inadequate directional control during takeoff.
Nov 12, 2011	Alexandria, MN	N3051F	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the night landing.
Nov 12, 2011	Eau Claire, WI	N3606C	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s disorientation during a night flight, which resulted in an off-airport landing, and his inadequate directional control during the landing … The pilot’s disorientation during a night flight, which resulted in an off-airport landing, and his inadequate directional control during the landing roll. Contributing to the accident was the loss of the airplane’s electrical system power.
Nov 11, 2011	Snohomish, WA	N180LV	Incident	substantial	The pilot's decision to land in a high, gusting, variable wind.
Nov 08, 2011	Kissimmee, FL	N5095V	Incident	substantial	A fatigue failure of the right main landing gear pivot assembly, which prevented the landing gear from extending.
Nov 04, 2011	Quibdo, CO	HK4417	Incident	minor	Investigation pending
Nov 03, 2011	Fort Lauderdale, FL	N2182F	Incident	substantial	The Cessna 172 flight instructor and student pilot's inadequate visual lookout and failure to maintain clearance from the stationary Cessna 182.

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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