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 08, 2009 Luray, VA N738CD Incident substantial
The pilot's premature rotation and liftoff and her subsequent failure to recognize and correct for the influence of ground effect on the airplane's ta…

The pilot's premature rotation and liftoff and her subsequent failure to recognize and correct for the influence of ground effect on the airplane's takeoff performance.

Nov 08, 2009 Galion, OH N66006 Incident substantial The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control.
Nov 08, 2009 Ripley, MS N9368G Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed on final approach, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall. Contributing to the accident was a partia…

The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed on final approach, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall. Contributing to the accident was a partial loss of engine power due to water in the fuel.

Nov 07, 2009 Paoli, IN N22896 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing.
Nov 07, 2009 Summit, DE N134B Incident substantial The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff.
Nov 01, 2009 Loveland, CO N652CP Incident substantial The pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point during dusk light conditions, and his failure to execute a go-around.
Oct 31, 2009 Bountiful, UT N1712C Incident substantial The failure of the inner tube of the right main tire during the landing roll.
Oct 30, 2009 Kotzebue, AK N8944T Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control and his selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff.
Oct 26, 2009 Marysville, OH N4753D Incident substantial The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Oct 21, 2009 White Plains, NY N4731N Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point, resulting in a landing overrun. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s excessive airsp…

The pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point, resulting in a landing overrun. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s excessive airspeed in an attempt to comply with air traffic control’s request to expedite his landing.

Oct 20, 2009 Grand Forks, ND N519ND Incident substantial The student pilot's improper landing flare and recovery from a bounced landing.
Oct 19, 2009 London, OH N2719D Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll.
Oct 18, 2009 Sand Coulee, MT N1677R Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing with a crosswind.
Oct 17, 2009 Palmer, AK N8665Z Incident substantial
The pilot's decision to land on a short gravel runway, and his failure to initiate a go-around, which resulted in an overrun and on-ground collision w…

The pilot's decision to land on a short gravel runway, and his failure to initiate a go-around, which resulted in an overrun and on-ground collision with a fence.

Oct 15, 2009 Molokai, HI N861MA Incident substantial The failure of the ramp agent to use a tail stand.
Oct 14, 2009 Albuquerque, NM N211LC Incident substantial The mechanic's failure to find and repair a leaking main landing gear hydraulic line during an annual inspection.
Oct 12, 2009 Elko, NV N3567Y Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while taking off in known gusty wind conditions.
Oct 10, 2009 Condon, OR N9586B Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the fence post on approach.
Oct 10, 2009 Tucson, AZ N51302 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff ground roll.
Oct 08, 2009 Homer, AK N7138Q Incident substantial An in-flight collision with a bird.
Oct 08, 2009 Pistol Creek, ID N1674C Incident substantial
The separation of one of the airplane's main landing gear legs during landing in variable gusting wind conditions, due to the nut being stripped from …

The separation of one of the airplane's main landing gear legs during landing in variable gusting wind conditions, due to the nut being stripped from the attachment bolt.

Oct 07, 2009 Renton, WA N54088 Incident substantial
The failure of the student pilot to maintain directional control during the takeoff portion of a touch-and-go landing resulting in a collision with a …

The failure of the student pilot to maintain directional control during the takeoff portion of a touch-and-go landing resulting in a collision with a sign.

Oct 07, 2009 San Diego, CA N2219E Incident substantial The pilot’s improper flare and inadequate recovery from a bounced landing.
Oct 06, 2009 Easton, PA N66087 Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate clearance from terrain while on short final.
Oct 04, 2009 Louisville, KY N9443T Incident substantial
A malfunction of the landing gear extension system due to a fractured hydraulic line. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate inspection and m…

A malfunction of the landing gear extension system due to a fractured hydraulic line. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate inspection and maintenance of the hydraulic line.

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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