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
Oct 02, 2011 Lincoln Park, NJ N1835M Incident substantial The pilot's improper landing flare.
Sep 30, 2011 Westminster, MD N11019 Incident substantial
The pilot's inadequate recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in a loss of airplane control. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's imp…

The pilot's inadequate recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in a loss of airplane control. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's improper approach airspeed for a short-field landing.
Sep 29, 2011 Lamar, MO N84MC Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind condition, resulting in a runway excursion.
Sep 29, 2011 Scappoose, OR N6308Q Incident substantial The student pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a bounced landing from which she was unable to recover.
Sep 28, 2011 Napa, CA N21284 Incident substantial The student pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
Sep 27, 2011 Haines, AK N3126D Incident substantial
The pilot's loss of directional control during takeoff in a float-equipped airplane for an undetermined reason, which resulted in the airplane collidi…

The pilot's loss of directional control during takeoff in a float-equipped airplane for an undetermined reason, which resulted in the airplane colliding with trees and the shore.
Sep 27, 2011 Chenga Bay, AK N9083M Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from an obstruction while landing at an off-airport site, resulting in a loss of control.
Sep 25, 2011 Roosevelt, UT N92554 Incident substantial The pilot's loss of directional control during the landing rollout.
Sep 24, 2011 Houston, TX N72566 Incident substantial The pilot of the other airplane’s failure to maintain visual contact while taxiing.
Sep 24, 2011 Orcas Island, WA N9361C Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in a ground loop.
Sep 23, 2011 Rock Springs, WY N3152T Incident substantial
The pilot did not lean the fuel mixture prior to takeoff, which resulted in the engine's inability to attain sufficient power due to the rich mixture,…

The pilot did not lean the fuel mixture prior to takeoff, which resulted in the engine's inability to attain sufficient power due to the rich mixture, and his inadequate preflight planning.
Sep 22, 2011 Wadsworth, OH N9348E Incident substantial The pilot's misjudgment of his speed and distance, which resulted in an overrun.
Sep 20, 2011 Fairbanks, AK N2810C Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane while taking off with a gusting crosswind.
Sep 19, 2011 Longview, TX N4867K Incident substantial
The flight's inadvertent encounter with a rare and unforecasted mesoscale gravity wave while on base leg, which resulted in a sudden loss of altitude …

The flight's inadvertent encounter with a rare and unforecasted mesoscale gravity wave while on base leg, which resulted in a sudden loss of altitude and subsequent collision with trees.
Sep 18, 2011 Jonesboro, AR N758DZ Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane while taxiing.
Sep 17, 2011 Fairbanks, AK N4597C Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of experience/training in tailwh…

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of experience/training in tailwheel-equipped airplanes.
Sep 17, 2011 Pahrump, NV N1677D Incident substantial
A loss of engine power during the landing approach for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomal…

A loss of engine power during the landing approach for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
Sep 16, 2011 Reno, NV N180HR Incident substantial The pilot’s inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition, which resulted in a loss of directional control.
Sep 15, 2011 Beluga, AK N1779R Incident substantial The total loss of engine power for an undetermined reason.
Sep 14, 2011 Naples, FL N10632 Incident substantial The student pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing and subsequent loss of directional control.
Sep 14, 2011 Wendover, UT N9197H Incident substantial The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing, which resulted in a nose over.
Sep 14, 2011 McGrath, AK N7814A Incident substantial The pilot's loss of control when encountering a downdraft during the initial climb after takeoff, resulting in a collision with terrain.
Sep 13, 2011 Ambler, AK N9019C Incident substantial The pilot's decision to takeoff with a tailwind, which resulted in a runway excursion.
Sep 12, 2011 Camden, AR N89954 Incident substantial The flight instructor's inadvertent braking during taxi.
Sep 08, 2011 Phoenix, AZ N5275S Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
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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