Cessna Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 28016 events recorded from 1974 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 02, 2012 | Newberry, MI | N5981J | Serious (1) | substantial |
The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane due to distraction from a combination of smoke in the cockpit and a sudden turbulence encounte…The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane due to distraction from a combination of smoke in the cockpit and a sudden turbulence encounter while on short final approach. The cause of the cockpit smoke could not be determined due to the extensive damage sustained by the airplane during the postimpact fire. |
| Aug 17, 2012 | Tribune, KS | N6006J | Serious (1) | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a corn crop. |
| Aug 01, 2012 | Kenora, CA | N4695U | Serious (2) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jul 31, 2012 | Gakona, AK | N7150E | Serious (1) | substantial | The pilot's improper fuel planning, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. |
| Jul 21, 2012 | Corona, CA | N640AM | Serious (2) | substantial |
A loss of engine power shortly after takeoff for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies th…A loss of engine power shortly after takeoff for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s decision to take off with a known but unidentified airplane deficiency. |
| Jul 11, 2012 | Panama City, FL | N2561V | Serious (1) | substantial |
A total loss of engine power due to water contamination of the fuel, the pilot/owner's inadequate preflight inspection of his airplane, and his failur…A total loss of engine power due to water contamination of the fuel, the pilot/owner's inadequate preflight inspection of his airplane, and his failure to maintain airplane control after the engine failure. |
| Jul 10, 2012 | Gooding, ID | N30753 | Serious (1) | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control after encountering an unexpected wind gust during landing. |
| Jul 10, 2012 | Cheyenne, WY | N4831R | Serious (1) | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain clearance with a power line. Contributing to the accident was the sun's glare. |
| Jul 10, 2012 | South Wayne, WI | N12504 | Serious (1) | substantial | Internal engine component failures, which resulted from oil starvation due to debris in the oil system. |
| Jul 01, 2012 | Griswold, IA | N73182 | Serious (1) | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed during an attempted go-around, resulting in an aerodynamic stall. |
| Jun 29, 2012 | Newark, OH | N2591R | Serious (1) | substantial | The pilot's loss of control during taxi in strong wind conditions. |
| May 01, 2012 | Elberta, UT | N210LH | Serious (1) | substantial |
A loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have preclude…A loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation. |
| Apr 28, 2012 | Beckwourth, CA | N2559U | Serious (1) | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain sufficient airspeed during initial climb, which resulted in a loss of airplane control. |
| Apr 22, 2012 | Fairbanks, AK | N7911F | Serious (1) | substantial |
The student pilot did not control the airplane’s pitch attitude, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall during the takeoff initial climb. Contributing…The student pilot did not control the airplane’s pitch attitude, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall during the takeoff initial climb. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to use the pre-takeoff checklist. |
| Apr 07, 2012 | Kent, WA | N6616S | Serious (1) | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control while maneuvering in the traffic pattern, which resulted in a collision with trees. |
| Mar 14, 2012 | Rabbit Hash, KY | N2275R | Serious (1) | substantial | The pilot's inadequate preflight and in-flight fuel planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. |
| Feb 17, 2012 | Jasper, GA | N60276 | Serious (2) | substantial | The pilots' inadequate preflight inspection that failed to detect water-contaminated fuel, which resulted in a total loss of engine power. |
| Feb 03, 2012 | Dinsmore, CA | N3879S | Serious (1) | substantial |
The flight instructor's delayed remedial action, inadequate recovery from a bounced landing, and failure to attain/maintain adequate airspeed during a…The flight instructor's delayed remedial action, inadequate recovery from a bounced landing, and failure to attain/maintain adequate airspeed during an attempted go-around. |
| Jan 12, 2012 | Denmark, WI | N60676 | Serious (1) | substantial |
The pilot’s loss of control due to his alcohol impairment. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to fly at night with a known interior…The pilot’s loss of control due to his alcohol impairment. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to fly at night with a known interior lighting malfunction. |
| Jan 11, 2012 | Fitchburg, MA | N4041J | Serious (1) | substantial | A partial loss of engine power due to the formation of carburetor ice and the flight instructor's improper application of carburetor heat. |
| Dec 26, 2011 | Knoxville, TN | N22565 | Serious (1) | substantial | The pilot's inadequate fuel planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. |
| Nov 12, 2011 | Gladewater, TX | N531MH | Serious (1) | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during the landing and attempted go-around in a gusty crosswind. |
| Oct 28, 2011 | Smoketown, PA | N5613R | Serious (1) | substantial | The pilot did not maintain a proper approach path, which resulted in a collision with a tree. |
| Oct 17, 2011 | Atlanta, GA | N5419R | Serious (1) | substantial | The pilot's inadequate preflight planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. |
| Sep 23, 2011 | South Deerfield, MA | N210LE | Serious (2) | substantial |
The failure of the electrical system due to an alternator failure during flight in instrument meteorological conditions, and the pilot’s inadequate pr…The failure of the electrical system due to an alternator failure during flight in instrument meteorological conditions, and the pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection and failure to use the approved checklist for the dual alternator system. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate maintenance because the alternator restart battery pack was not replaced annually, as required by the airplane service manual. |