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 22, 2017 Carlsbad, CA N380AL Incident substantial The right main landing gear collapse for undetermined reasons.
Jun 20, 2017 El Cajon, CA N5424V Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to extend the landing gear with sufficient time to allow the landing gear to fully extend and the flight instructor's failure to v…

The pilot's failure to extend the landing gear with sufficient time to allow the landing gear to fully extend and the flight instructor's failure to visually check to see if the right main landing gear were extended.

Jun 17, 2017 Buffalo, OK N6196B Incident substantial
The separation of the nose wheel axle bolt and the nose wheel during the landing roll for reasons that could not be determined because the bolt was no…

The separation of the nose wheel axle bolt and the nose wheel during the landing roll for reasons that could not be determined because the bolt was not recovered.

Jun 16, 2017 Ballina, AS VH-FYN Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Jun 14, 2017 Salem, OR N4877Q Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll, which resulted in the airplane contacting tall grass.
Jun 14, 2017 Galena, ID N9912Q Incident substantial The pilot's exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack, which resulted in a power-on stall and subsequent loss of airplane control.
Jun 13, 2017 West Creek, NJ N206TF Minor substantial The pilot's improper fuel management, which resulted in fuel starvation and the subsequent total loss of engine power.
Jun 12, 2017 Suffolk, NY N13306 Incident substantial
A loss of preload to the crankshaft gear attachment bolt due to improper installation, which resulted in the fatigue failure of the crankshaft gear al…

A loss of preload to the crankshaft gear attachment bolt due to improper installation, which resulted in the fatigue failure of the crankshaft gear alignment dowel and led to the rotation of the crankshaft gear and a subsequent total loss of engine power.

Jun 12, 2017 Stow, OH N95821 Incident substantial The student pilot’s rudder overcorrection during the landing roll, which resulted in a loss of directional control.
Jun 12, 2017 Rexberg, ID N305CM Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing in gusting wind conditions.
Jun 11, 2017 Belmar, NJ N71MH Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while landing in gusting wind conditions.
Jun 11, 2017 Ravenna, OH N33FM Incident substantial
The flight instructor's failure to perform a go-around during final approach, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and a hard landing. Contributing …

The flight instructor's failure to perform a go-around during final approach, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and a hard landing. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor's failure to brief the student pilot on the positive transfer of aircraft control during preflight.

Jun 10, 2017 Tamiami, FL N881AV Incident substantial A partial loss of engine power during the initial climb due to carburetor icing.
Jun 10, 2017 Lawrence, KS N99HV Incident substantial
The student pilot's incorrect control application during landing after a simulated engine failure, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing, and the …

The student pilot's incorrect control application during landing after a simulated engine failure, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing, and the flight instructor's delayed action to perform a go-around in gusting wind conditions.

Jun 08, 2017 Nashville, TN N4284Q Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
Jun 06, 2017 Tooele, UT N741TW Incident substantial
The student pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed and his exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack during an attempted go-around,…

The student pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed and his exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack during an attempted go-around, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.

Jun 06, 2017 Homer, AK N207RB Incident substantial The pilot's decision to land on unsuitable terrain, which resulted in the nosewheel breaking and a subsequent noseover.
Jun 06, 2017 Chugiak, AK N35700 Minor substantial The pilot's improper in-flight fuel management, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.
Jun 04, 2017 Newburyport, MA N6511S Incident substantial The student pilot's decision to attempt to close the cockpit window during takeoff and his subsequent failure to maintain directional control.
Jun 04, 2017 Payson, AZ N50526 Minor destroyed
The pilot’s inadequate preflight planning that did not account for high-density altitude conditions and his subsequent attempted go-around in conditio…

The pilot’s inadequate preflight planning that did not account for high-density altitude conditions and his subsequent attempted go-around in conditions that prevented the airplane from attaining a positive climb rate and resulted in its subsequent descent and impact with rising terrain.

Jun 03, 2017 San Carlos, CA N6259T Incident substantial The pilot's incorrect landing flare, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing.
Jun 03, 2017 Anoka, MN N1854F Incident substantial
The failure of the landing gear to fully extend due to insufficient hydraulic fluid in the hydraulic system as a result of inadequate maintenance by t…

The failure of the landing gear to fully extend due to insufficient hydraulic fluid in the hydraulic system as a result of inadequate maintenance by the airplane owner.

Jun 03, 2017 Guttenberg, IA N34462 Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain an adequate approach path, which resulted in the left wing impacting a street sign.
Jun 03, 2017 Tateyama, JA JA3989 Fatal (4) substantial Investigation pending
Jun 02, 2017 Elk City, ID N5011D Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed and his exceedance of the wing’s angle of attack while on short final, which resulted in an aerodyna…

The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed and his exceedance of the wing’s angle of attack while on short final, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.

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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