How many accidents has the Cessna had?

The NTSB has recorded 28016 events involving the Cessna : 4716 fatal, 2284 serious, 4073 minor injuries, and 16766 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Cessna a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Cessna has 28016 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

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 31, 2009	Watertown, SD	N2131G	Incident	substantial	A loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of a fuel tank leak. Contributing to the accident was the reported malfunction of the fuel g… A loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of a fuel tank leak. Contributing to the accident was the reported malfunction of the fuel gauge.
Jul 30, 2009	Manassas, VA	N733BS	Incident	substantial	The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff.
Jul 30, 2009	River Falls, WI	N989DM	Incident	substantial	The pilot not checking the security of the fuel caps prior to flight leading to fuel exhaustion and the subsequent non-mechanical loss of engine power… The pilot not checking the security of the fuel caps prior to flight leading to fuel exhaustion and the subsequent non-mechanical loss of engine power during descent.
Jul 29, 2009	Buckland, AK	N540RT	Incident	substantial	The improper installation of the right brake cylinder, which allowed a portion of the cylinder to disengage and jam the right rudder/brake pedal, resu… The improper installation of the right brake cylinder, which allowed a portion of the cylinder to disengage and jam the right rudder/brake pedal, resulting in a loss of directional control during landing. Contributing to the accident was an inadequate inspection of the brake system by maintenance personnel.
Jul 29, 2009	Wheeling, IL	N4648A	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing.
Jul 28, 2009	Lexington, KY	N6433K	Incident	substantial	A loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's inadequate fuel manangement.
Jul 19, 2009	West Chicago, IL	N77AF	Incident	—	A partial loss of engine power due to the detachment of the throttle control cable from the throttle assembly during a landing approach. Contributing … A partial loss of engine power due to the detachment of the throttle control cable from the throttle assembly during a landing approach. Contributing to the accident was the lack of a redundant means to preclude the detachment of the cable from the throttle assembly.
Jul 18, 2009	Anchorage, AK	N7136Q	Incident	substantial	The pilot's unfamiliarity with the airport environment, which resulted in his taxiing the airplane onto a no-taxi section of roadway and into a road s… The pilot's unfamiliarity with the airport environment, which resulted in his taxiing the airplane onto a no-taxi section of roadway and into a road sign. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to avail himself of additional information that described the appropriate taxi routes on the airport.
Jul 18, 2009	New Braunfels, TX	N5556S	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadequate recovery from a bounced landing.
Jul 17, 2009	Fox Lake, IL	N7482Q	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadequate flight planning and continued flight into adverse weather resulting in the collision with the pier during landing.
Jul 16, 2009	Anchorage, AK	N4UA	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing in a crosswind, which resulted in a ground-loop.
Jul 16, 2009	Suring, WI	N9747G	Incident	substantial	A loss of engine power resulting from the fatigue failure of the crankshaft due to the loss of engine case through-bolt torque. Contributing to the en… A loss of engine power resulting from the fatigue failure of the crankshaft due to the loss of engine case through-bolt torque. Contributing to the engine failure was the operator's failure to overhaul the engine in accordance with the manufacturer's recommended guidelines.
Jul 14, 2009	Pittsburgh, PA	N21NC	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to obtain the proper touchdown point during landing.
Jul 13, 2009	Pine River, MN	N79908	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Jul 12, 2009	Rochester, MA	N4773G	Incident	substantial	An engine vibration as reported by the pilot, for undetermined reasons.
Jul 10, 2009	Fort Worth, TX	N3106L	Incident	substantial	The failure of the pivot pin in the side brace of the right main landing gear resulting in the gear collapse during taxi for undetermined reasons.
Jul 07, 2009	Corona, CA	N5287A	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadequate flare during touchdown, which resulted in a hard landing.
Jul 07, 2009	Ballinger, TX	N7589S	Incident	substantial	The loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's inadequate pre-flight planning.
Jul 06, 2009	Skwentna, AK	N4448R	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to recognize his proximity to the glassy water landing surface while flying in smoke haze, and his failure to maintain a proper de… The pilot's failure to recognize his proximity to the glassy water landing surface while flying in smoke haze, and his failure to maintain a proper descent rate during the landing approach.
Jul 05, 2009	La Grande, OR	N3198D	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions and failure to maintain directional control.
Jul 04, 2009	Princeton, NJ	N64178	Incident	substantial	The partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Jul 04, 2009	Morristown, NJ	N751DW	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a parked aircraft during taxi operations.
Jul 03, 2009	Clifton, ME	N1782F	Incident	substantial	The pilot's mismanagement of his fuel supply which resulted in fuel starvation and a loss of engine power.
Jul 03, 2009	Bloomington, IL	N8319J	Incident	substantial	The complete loss of engine power as a result of fuel exhaustion due to the pilot's inadequate preflight.
Jul 03, 2009	Albuquerque, NM	N988AE	Incident	substantial	A malfunction of the landing gear selector switch and a loose fitting on the emergency extension system which rendered the landing gear system inopera… A malfunction of the landing gear selector switch and a loose fitting on the emergency extension system which rendered the landing gear system inoperable.

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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