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
Jun 07, 2009 Bellingham, WA N5101Y Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Jun 06, 2009 Englewood, CO N37127 Incident substantial The failure of the landing gear to extend due to the failure of a hydraulic line.
Jun 05, 2009 Sellersburg, IN N73HH Incident substantial An in-flight collision with a large bird during the airplane's initial climb.
Jun 03, 2009 Kingstree, SC N9364R Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
Jun 02, 2009 Wenatchee, WA N1015F Incident substantial The pilot's misjudged approach and failure to attain the proper touchdown point.
Jun 02, 2009 Tooele, UT N5262Y Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Jun 02, 2009 St. Louis, MO N76456 Incident substantial
The improper installation of the wing fairing during recent maintenance, which resulted in the partial separation of the fairing shortly after takeoff…

The improper installation of the wing fairing during recent maintenance, which resulted in the partial separation of the fairing shortly after takeoff.
May 31, 2009 Destin, FL N1481S Incident substantial The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing.
May 31, 2009 Rock Springs, MT N9955J Incident substantial The pilot's decision to attempt to takeoff in crosswind conditions that exceeded the airplane’s demonstrated crosswind capability.
May 30, 2009 Houston, TX N2872X Incident substantial A total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's inadequate preflight fuel planning.
May 30, 2009 Sarasota, FL N12151 Incident substantial A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
May 30, 2009 Zebulon, NC N7614U Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing.
May 26, 2009 Glenburn, ME N6843X Incident substantial The pilot's misjudgment of distance and speed during landing.
May 25, 2009 Brainerd, MN N3970G Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control while landing in gusty winds.
May 25, 2009 Seattle, WA N210AK Incident substantial
A total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's failure to activate the fuel boost pump when attempting an engine resta…

A total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's failure to activate the fuel boost pump when attempting an engine restart. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to use a checklist.
May 21, 2009 Tunkhannock, PA N9492E Incident substantial The pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point while landing with a tailwind.
May 20, 2009 Perryville, MD N3063U Incident substantial A total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot’s inadequate preflight planning.
May 18, 2009 Tacoma, WA N70083 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing with a crosswind.
May 17, 2009 Flagstaff, AZ N541ER Incident substantial The student pilot's inadequate compensation for the gusty wind conditions and failure to maintain directional control during landing.
May 16, 2009 Desert Center, CA N738LF Incident substantial
A partial loss of engine power due to low compression from an obstructed intake valve. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s decision to shut d…

A partial loss of engine power due to low compression from an obstructed intake valve. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s decision to shut down the engine while in flight.
May 16, 2009 Nenana, AK N6946C Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain control while taxiing for takeoff, and his failure to attain/maintain adequate airspeed after takeoff, resulting in an…

The pilot's failure to maintain control while taxiing for takeoff, and his failure to attain/maintain adequate airspeed after takeoff, resulting in an aerodynamic stall. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s excessive taxi speed.
May 15, 2009 Memphis, TN N6529M Incident substantial The pilots' decision to fly at a low altitude and their inadequate visual lookout while maneuvering.
May 14, 2009 Collins, MS N7392S Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from an antenna during a low-altitude aerial observation flight. Contributing to the accident was the sun gl…

The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from an antenna during a low-altitude aerial observation flight. Contributing to the accident was the sun glare.
May 13, 2009 Roswell, NM N3210A Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing.
May 12, 2009 Springdale, AR N73842 Incident substantial The student pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the landing roll and subsequent go-around.
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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