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
Mar 12, 2025 Orlando, FL N27GP Incident substantial Investigation pending
Mar 11, 2025 Roswell, NM N711HE Incident substantial Investigation pending
Mar 10, 2025 Cantwell, AK N5375R Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain altitude during a low-altitude maneuver which resulted in inadvertent ground contact and a nose over.
Mar 09, 2025 Brooksville, FL N740SP Incident substantial The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing and substantial damage to the airplane’s fuselage.
Mar 09, 2025 Peruibe, BR PT-AKY Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Mar 08, 2025 Shizuoka, JA JA391C Incident Investigation pending
Mar 08, 2025 Voi, OF 5Y-BYQ Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Mar 07, 2025 Highline Lake, AK N1718R Incident substantial Investigation pending
Mar 07, 2025 Romeo, MI N7550G Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Contributing to the accident was the soft, wet grass.
Mar 05, 2025 Weslaco, TX N3341V Incident substantial The pilot’s improper landing flare while attempting to land with a tailwind, which resulted in a hard landing.
Mar 04, 2025 Renslow, WA N6167F Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Mar 03, 2025 Knoxville, TN N35411 Incident substantial The student pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from a truck while taxiing.
Feb 28, 2025 Arcadia, FL N3080N Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while landing.
Feb 27, 2025 Santa Ana, Beni, BL CP-3124 Incident substantial Investigation pending
Feb 26, 2025 Landshut, OF D-ECEV Incident substantial Investigation pending
Feb 25, 2025 San Rafael, OF LV-OOL Incident substantial Investigation pending
Feb 24, 2025 Iron River, MI N34284 Incident substantial
The airplane’s collision with runway lights during takeoff due to reduced airplane climb performance. Contributing to the accident was the shifting wi…

The airplane’s collision with runway lights during takeoff due to reduced airplane climb performance. Contributing to the accident was the shifting winds during takeoff which likely developed into a tailwind.

Feb 23, 2025 La Verne, CA N137RJ Incident substantial Investigation pending
Feb 23, 2025 Gainesville, GA N2480D Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the tailwheel-equipped airplane while landing in gusty crosswind conditions.
Feb 22, 2025 Mayo, MD N781FM Minor substantial Investigation pending
Feb 20, 2025 Samburu, KE 5Y-BAD Incident substantial Investigation pending
Feb 20, 2025 Farlinville, KS N30413 Incident substantial
A loss of engine power that resulted from fuel contamination when it was treated with a 70% isopropyl alcohol solution (antiseptic) that contained wat…

A loss of engine power that resulted from fuel contamination when it was treated with a 70% isopropyl alcohol solution (antiseptic) that contained water. Contributing to the accident were vague fuel treatment instructions provided by the operator.

Feb 20, 2025 Waterville, WA N7792A Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing roll.
Feb 20, 2025 Argyle, NY N1609Y Incident substantial
The mechanic’s incorrect installation of the oil temperature gauge probe in the oil filter adapter and failure to test run the engine for oil leaks af…

The mechanic’s incorrect installation of the oil temperature gauge probe in the oil filter adapter and failure to test run the engine for oil leaks after the installation, which resulted in a total loss of oil and the pilot’s decision to perform a precautionary landing. Contributing was the pilot’s long/fast landing, which resulted in a runway overrun.

Feb 20, 2025 Kapolei, HI N19867 Minor substantial Investigation pending
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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