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
Sep 02, 2009 Rosedale, MI N6446F Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff ground run. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's deteriorated physical…

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff ground run. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's deteriorated physical and mental capabilities.
Sep 01, 2009 Rio Blanco, CO N6686E Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing and his failure to execute a go-around.
Aug 31, 2009 Harrisburg, PA N69124 Incident substantial The student pilot’s delayed decision to abort the takeoff, resulting in an overrun.
Aug 31, 2009 Merced, CA N5155B Incident substantial The pilot's improper flare which resulted in a hard landing and subsequent collapse of the nose landing gear strut.
Aug 29, 2009 Abilene, KS N8312G Incident substantial
The pilot's inadequate crosswind landing technique, resulting in an excessive side load on the left landing gear that led to an overload failure of it…

The pilot's inadequate crosswind landing technique, resulting in an excessive side load on the left landing gear that led to an overload failure of its axle.
Aug 27, 2009 Show Low, AZ N4600Q Incident substantial
A total loss of engine power due to the displaced oil filter adapter gasket, which resulted in an oil leak and oil exhaustion. Contributing to the acc…

A total loss of engine power due to the displaced oil filter adapter gasket, which resulted in an oil leak and oil exhaustion. Contributing to the accident was the unsuitable terrain for a forced landing.
Aug 25, 2009 Chandler, AZ N30715 Incident destroyed An on-ground fire in the engine compartment for undetermined reasons.
Aug 24, 2009 Sugar Land, TX N1988M Incident substantial The pilot's failure to control the airplane during engine startup, and his failure to maintain clearance from other objects.
Aug 22, 2009 Weeping Water, NE N1921X Incident substantial The pilots' improper execution of soft/short field take-off procedures.
Aug 22, 2009 Dalton, GA N732MM Incident substantial The failure of the right main landing gear actuator downlock spring.
Aug 20, 2009 Fairbanks, AK N72518 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to achieve a proper touchdown point, resulting in an overrun and a nose over.
Aug 20, 2009 McRae, GA N4842R Incident substantial A total loss of engine power due to pre-ignition/detonation as a result of a fuel control malfunction.
Aug 20, 2009 Pensacola, FL N64344 Incident substantial The student pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
Aug 17, 2009 White Plains, NY N9467A Incident substantial The failure of the right main landing gear due to a preexisting crack adjacent to a weld line.
Aug 16, 2009 McCarthy, AK N8209U Incident substantial
The separation of the right main landing gear wheel from the airplane during landing for undetermined reasons, which resulted in an inability to contr…

The separation of the right main landing gear wheel from the airplane during landing for undetermined reasons, which resulted in an inability to control the airplane.
Aug 16, 2009 Centennial, CO N22265 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing flare in crosswind conditions.
Aug 15, 2009 Spartanburg, SC N1044Y Incident substantial The Cessna pilot's inadequate visual lookout.
Aug 12, 2009 Talkeetna, AK N6687S Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing, resulting in a ground loop and substantial damage to the airplane.
Aug 10, 2009 Carrollton, OH N736UD Incident substantial The airplane's impact with the deer during the night landing.
Aug 07, 2009 Milford, PA N9432X Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain control during takeoff.
Aug 06, 2009 Bluffton, OH N6186T Incident substantial The student pilot's failure to compensate for wind conditions and maintain aircraft control during the landing.
Aug 06, 2009 Aurora, IL N9793A Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing.
Aug 04, 2009 New Braunfels, TX N401LP Incident substantial The student pilot's improper flare resulting in a bounced landing.
Aug 04, 2009 Alabaster, AL N2110Q Incident substantial The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Aug 01, 2009 Conway, AR N521SP Incident substantial The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing.
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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