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
Jul 04, 2024 Dowagiac, MI N9793A Incident substantial
The pilot and flight instructor’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a ground loop with the left main …

The pilot and flight instructor’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a ground loop with the left main landing gear axle failing, a runway excursion, and impact with the ground.
Jul 03, 2024 Vern-sur-Seiche, FR F-HTFS Incident substantial Investigation pending
Jul 03, 2024 Harmony, WY N3043S Incident substantial A total loss of engine power as a result of the pilot's inadvertent placement of the fuel selector to the "off" position.
Jul 01, 2024 Tacoma, WA N4402B Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Jun 30, 2024 Richmond, VA N865HC Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane while landing in rain and gusting wind conditions.
Jun 29, 2024 Oxnard, CA N2835Q Incident substantial The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll.
Jun 29, 2024 Lewiston Woodville, NC N46118 Incident substantial Investigation pending
Jun 27, 2024 Duluth, MN N5080J Incident substantial Investigation pending
Jun 26, 2024 Cordova, AK N3411U Incident substantial The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing.
Jun 25, 2024 Medina, OH N182GZ Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to extend the landing gear and the flight instructor’s lack of remedial action, which resulted in a landing with the landing gear …

The pilot’s failure to extend the landing gear and the flight instructor’s lack of remedial action, which resulted in a landing with the landing gear not correctly configured.
Jun 24, 2024 Spokane Valley, WA N4059D Incident substantial Investigation pending
Jun 24, 2024 Tok, AK N2839C Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll.
Jun 24, 2024 Anchorage, AK N748WP Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing in gusting crosswind conditions.
Jun 23, 2024 Hooper, NE N988CP Incident substantial The solo student pilot’s unstable approach to the runway, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing
Jun 23, 2024 Fort Leavenworth, KS N74CF Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control after landing.
Jun 22, 2024 Chamberlain Guard Station, ID N4722B Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff which resulted in a collision with a rodent hole and subsequent nose over.
Jun 22, 2024 Schriever, LA N77143 Incident substantial The pilot’s inadvertent application of the toe brakes during the takeoff roll.
Jun 21, 2024 Hernando, FL N734XT Incident substantial
The improper installation of a cylinder rocker stud by maintenance personnel, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power and subsequent forced l…

The improper installation of a cylinder rocker stud by maintenance personnel, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power and subsequent forced landing.
Jun 20, 2024 Hernando, FL N72CM Incident substantial The pilot’s inadvertent throttle input during landing which resulted in a runway overrun.
Jun 19, 2024 Ruston, LA N8725U Incident substantial The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll with a crosswind.
Jun 18, 2024 Murphysboro, IL N5335G Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Jun 16, 2024 Eastham, MA N2710U Incident substantial The pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection of the airplane’s fuel quantity, which resulted in total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Jun 16, 2024 Norfolk, UK G-MCLY Incident unk Investigation pending
Jun 16, 2024 Elizabeth City, NC N92970 Incident substantial The pilot’s improper flare and subsequent improper recovery from a bounced landing.
Jun 16, 2024 Smithfield, NC N2257D 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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