Cessna Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 28016 events recorded from 1974 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 15, 2017 | Williston, FL | N4244V | Fatal (4) | destroyed |
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during initial climb in gusty wind conditions, which resulted in the airplane exceeding its critical…The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during initial climb in gusty wind conditions, which resulted in the airplane exceeding its critical angle-of-attack and experiencing an aerodynamic stall/spin. |
| Apr 12, 2017 | Manchester, CA | N7945V | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s improper preflight fuel planning, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and the total loss of engine power. |
| Apr 12, 2017 | La Porte, TX | N95551 | Incident | substantial |
A total loss of engine power due to fuel contamination, which resulted from the pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection that did not detect water cont…A total loss of engine power due to fuel contamination, which resulted from the pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection that did not detect water contamination. |
| Apr 12, 2017 | Kenai, AK | N2144Z | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll with crosswind conditions. |
| Apr 12, 2017 | Anem Mountain, Oksibil, ID | PK-FSO | Fatal (1) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Apr 11, 2017 | Houston, TX | N92873 | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s delayed attempt to abort the takeoff with a tailwind, which resulted in a runway overrun. |
| Apr 09, 2017 | Seine-Maritime, FR | F-HNCM | Minor | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Apr 08, 2017 | South Lakeland, FL | N1362G | Incident | substantial |
The failure of the left main landing gear on landing for reasons that could not be determined due to the extent of damage sustained during the acciden…The failure of the left main landing gear on landing for reasons that could not be determined due to the extent of damage sustained during the accident. |
| Apr 08, 2017 | Santa Teresa, NM | N3938Y | Minor | substantial | The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard, porpoised landing and subsequent nose-over. |
| Apr 07, 2017 | Atlanta, GA | N56H | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's diverted attention during the landing approach, which resulted in his failure to configure the landing gear and a subsequent a gear-up lan…The pilot's diverted attention during the landing approach, which resulted in his failure to configure the landing gear and a subsequent a gear-up landing. |
| Apr 06, 2017 | Granby, CO | N829BA | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to extend the landing gear before landing. |
| Apr 06, 2017 | San Marcos, TX | N2477F | Incident | substantial | The student pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing. |
| Apr 05, 2017 | Detroit Lakes, MN | N1215M | Incident | substantial |
The malfunction of the right main landing gear actuator for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination revealed no mechanic…The malfunction of the right main landing gear actuator for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination revealed no mechanical anomalies that would have precluded normal operation. Contributing to the accident was the improper decision to disengage the landing gear system circuit breaker before the flight, which was contrary to the manufacturer-recommended procedures. |
| Apr 03, 2017 | Twisp, WA | N7547G | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain crosswind correction during landing, which resulted in the airplane cartwheeling. |
| Apr 03, 2017 | Blue Earth, MN | N8889X | Minor | substantial |
The pilot's decision to continue the night, visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in controlled flight into terrain …The pilot's decision to continue the night, visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in controlled flight into terrain while on final approach. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's improper use of an electronic flight bag. |
| Apr 02, 2017 | Millbrook, NY | N734SN | Minor | substantial |
The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed and his exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack during landing with a crosswind, which…The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed and his exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack during landing with a crosswind, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and an off-runway landing. |
| Mar 29, 2017 | Mooresville, NC | N2383C | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to properly configure the airplane's flaps for takeoff, which resulted in a longer ground roll and subsequent runway excursion. |
| Mar 28, 2017 | St. Petersburg, FL | N7838B | Incident | substantial |
The pilot receiving instruction’s overcorrection with rudder during the landing roll, which resulted in a ground loop and runway excursion. Contributi…The pilot receiving instruction’s overcorrection with rudder during the landing roll, which resulted in a ground loop and runway excursion. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action. |
| Mar 26, 2017 | Death Valley, CA | N9953A | Minor | substantial |
The pilot’s improper compensation for crosswind conditions during the landing flare and his subsequent failure to maintain directional control during …The pilot’s improper compensation for crosswind conditions during the landing flare and his subsequent failure to maintain directional control during the landing. |
| Mar 25, 2017 | Mackay, ID | N52743 | Minor | substantial |
The pilot's decision to maneuver the airplane over mountainous terrain in high-density altitude conditions, which resulted in the airplane’s inability…The pilot's decision to maneuver the airplane over mountainous terrain in high-density altitude conditions, which resulted in the airplane’s inability to maintain altitude or establish a climb. |
| Mar 25, 2017 | Hayden, AL | N6563D | Fatal (4) | destroyed |
The pilot's decision to continue the flight into known adverse weather conditions, which resulted in spatial disorientation and a subsequent loss of a…The pilot's decision to continue the flight into known adverse weather conditions, which resulted in spatial disorientation and a subsequent loss of airplane control and in-flight breakup. |
| Mar 24, 2017 | Marietta, GA | N8DX | Fatal (1) | destroyed |
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed while manually flying the airplane, which resulted in the airplane exceeding its critical angle of a…The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed while manually flying the airplane, which resulted in the airplane exceeding its critical angle of attack and experiencing an aerodynamic stall. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's inability control the airplane without the aid of the autopilot. |
| Mar 24, 2017 | Baltimore, MD | N13499 | Incident | substantial | The student pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from other airplanes in the run-up area. |
| Mar 24, 2017 | Salt Lake City, UT | N551BC | Incident | substantial | An in-flight collision with a goose during approach. |
| Mar 23, 2017 | Timberlake, NC | N3947R | Incident | substantial | The student pilot’s failure to maintain pitch control during the landing flare with a tailwind, which resulted in a propeller strike. |