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
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.
Oct 30, 2011	Branson West, MO	N2893R	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to ensure that his seat was in a locked position before takeoff, which resulted in the seat sliding rearward and the subsequent lo… The pilot's failure to ensure that his seat was in a locked position before takeoff, which resulted in the seat sliding rearward and the subsequent loss of directional control.
Oct 30, 2011	Florence, MT	N7276G	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a power line during a low-level flight along a river. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's deci… The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a power line during a low-level flight along a river. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to fly at a low altitude.
Oct 28, 2011	Prineville, OR	N520YH	Incident	substantial	A total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation, which resulted from the pilot inadvertently leaving the fuel selector set to the left tank. Contr… A total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation, which resulted from the pilot inadvertently leaving the fuel selector set to the left tank. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s deviation from his normal habit pattern and his failure to refer to the in-flight engine failure checklist after the engine power loss.
Oct 23, 2011	West Chicago, IL	N3309S	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to extend the landing gear before touchdown due to his failure to use a checklist.
Oct 17, 2011	Williamsburg, VA	N758GY	Incident	substantial	A total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the airframe and engine did not reveal any a… A total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the airframe and engine did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
Oct 17, 2011	Covington, LA	N2401E	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed during a banner drop, resulting in an aerodynamic stall.
Oct 15, 2011	Houston, MS	N4764U	Incident	substantial	The pilot did not maintain directional control during the landing roll.
Oct 15, 2011	Daytona Beach, FL	N551ER	Incident	—	The departing pilot's incorrect runway selection and non-compliance with an air traffic control clearance. Contributing to the incident was the air tr… The departing pilot's incorrect runway selection and non-compliance with an air traffic control clearance. Contributing to the incident was the air traffic controller's inadequate monitoring of the departing aircraft to ensure that the pilot complied with the clearance issued and his failure to issue conflict resolution advisories.
Oct 14, 2011	Ozark, MO	N54356	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s inadequate compensation for gusty crosswind conditions while on approach.
Oct 12, 2011	Gainesville, FL	N42547	Incident	substantial	The pilot did not maintain a proper descent rate during the approach, which resulted in a hard landing.
Oct 12, 2011	Cornelius, OR	N52013	Incident	substantial	The airplane’s encounter with an unseen hole or obstacle on the grass runway.
Oct 12, 2011	Skiatook, OK	N6171B	Incident	substantial	A total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot’s improper fuel management.
Oct 10, 2011	Phillipsburg, KS	N615BT	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s improper recovery from a bounced landing.
Oct 10, 2011	Warrenton, VA	N6324B	Incident	substantial	The pilot did not ensure that the forward door latch was secured prior to initiating the descent.
Oct 10, 2011	Honesdale, PA	N34218	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s excessive airspeed during final approach and his delayed decision to abort the landing, resulting in the in-flight collision with trees du… The pilot’s excessive airspeed during final approach and his delayed decision to abort the landing, resulting in the in-flight collision with trees during the go-around.
Oct 09, 2011	Efland, NC	N8527T	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s loss of directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a collision with a ditch.
Oct 08, 2011	Starkville, MS	N5424E	Incident	substantial	The pilot did not maintain directional control of the airplane during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion.
Oct 08, 2011	Hilo, HI	N23BT	Incident	substantial	A total loss of engine power during cruise flight due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot’s improper fuel planning.
Oct 07, 2011	Vidalia, LA	N642EZ	Incident	substantial	A total loss of engine power likely due to carburetor ice.
Oct 06, 2011	Wolfe City, TX	N9448X	Incident	substantial	A total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's improper fuel management.
Oct 06, 2011	Agana, USA	N9853L	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to avoid the jet blast while taxiing and the ground air traffic controller's failure to advise the pilot of the hazard.
Oct 06, 2011	Westerly, RI	N177MW	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain airplane control while starting the engine.
Oct 05, 2011	Norfolk, VA	N180RN	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inability to maintain directional control during takeoff for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's delayed de… The pilot's inability to maintain directional control during takeoff for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's delayed decision to abort the takeoff.
Oct 05, 2011	Punta Gorda, FL	N11280	Incident	substantial	The partial loss of engine power due to contamination of the fuel system that was not detected because of the pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection.

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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