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
Jan 18, 2009	Emporia, KS	N2465H	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions during the touch-and-go. Contributing to the accident were the gusty crosswinds.
Jan 18, 2009	Wauchula, FL	N6566P	Incident	substantial	A loss of engine power due to failure of the Number 3 connecting rod due to oil contamination. Contributing to the accident was the insufficient oil c… A loss of engine power due to failure of the Number 3 connecting rod due to oil contamination. Contributing to the accident was the insufficient oil change time intervals performed by company personnel.
Jan 14, 2009	Crane Island, San Juan Is., WA	N9428G	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's improper application of brakes.
Jan 12, 2009	Woodstock, GA	N57N	Incident	substantial	A loss of engine power, as reported by the pilot, for undetermined reasons.
Jan 11, 2009	Sellersburg, IN	N778ME	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall at a low altitude. An additional cau… The student pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall at a low altitude. An additional cause was the flight instructor's delayed remedial action.
Jan 10, 2009	Carson City, NV	N6272R	Incident	substantial	The overload failure of the landing gear actuator at an undetermined time.
Jan 10, 2009	Fremont, CA	N758FN	Incident	substantial	The partial loss of engine power during takeoff due to an oil pump/tachometer drive gear failure for undetermined reasons.
Jan 10, 2009	Albuquerque, NM	N211LC	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to remove the airplane's tow bar before takeoff.
Jan 05, 2009	Long Beach, CA	N45969	Incident	destroyed	The student pilot's failuire to maintain directional control during takeoff.
Jan 04, 2009	Wilmington, NC	N815MA	Incident	substantial	A loss of engine power due to the crew's inadequate in-flight fuel monitoring.
Jan 01, 2009	Lancaster, NY	N2228L	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the student pilot's lack of solo flight e… The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the student pilot's lack of solo flight experience and the snow bank located off the left side of the runway.
Dec 31, 2008	Port Orange, FL	N37MD	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions during landing. Contributing to the accident were the gusting wind conditions and the pilo… The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions during landing. Contributing to the accident were the gusting wind conditions and the pilot's lack of experience in the make and model airplane.
Dec 31, 2008	Greene, IA	N899CB	Incident	substantial	A loss of engine power due to undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the rough, snow-covered terrain.
Dec 31, 2008	Hoonah, AK	N39AK	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to ensure that the aft cargo door was properly latched and locked prior to departure, which resulted in an in-flight opening of th… The pilot's failure to ensure that the aft cargo door was properly latched and locked prior to departure, which resulted in an in-flight opening of the aft cargo door and subsequent damage to the airplane.
Dec 31, 2008	Fort Collins, CO	N732YK	Incident	substantial	A total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's failure to select the fullest tank before landing.
Dec 28, 2008	Girdwood, AK	N453SP	Incident	substantial	The flight instructor's lack of action to correct a high and fast landing approach which resulted in a long landing, and subsequent collision with a s… The flight instructor's lack of action to correct a high and fast landing approach which resulted in a long landing, and subsequent collision with a snow berm at the end of the runway. Contributing to the accident was the student pilot's improper approach.
Dec 27, 2008	Rock Springs, WY	N890FE	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane while taxiing. Contributing to the accident were the gusty winds.
Dec 27, 2008	Morristown, NJ	N178AF	Incident	substantial	The flight instructor's failure to execute a missed approach when insufficient runway remained for landing. Contributing to the accident were the low … The flight instructor's failure to execute a missed approach when insufficient runway remained for landing. Contributing to the accident were the low ceiling and visibility conditions.
Dec 24, 2008	Santa Fe, NM	N732DK	Incident	substantial	The pilot's decision to land in gusty crosswinds, leading to his inability to maintain directional control. Contributing to the accident were the cros… The pilot's decision to land in gusty crosswinds, leading to his inability to maintain directional control. Contributing to the accident were the crosswinds.
Dec 24, 2008	Highmore, SD	N89418	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the flare while landing in deep snow.
Dec 21, 2008	Corning, NY	N6621D	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing. Contributing to the accident were the gusty wind conditions and the flight… The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing. Contributing to the accident were the gusty wind conditions and the flight instructor's delayed remedial action.
Dec 21, 2008	Great Falls, MT	C-FIWA	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
Dec 17, 2008	Madison, WI	N4504B	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s improper fuel management, which resulted in a loss of engine power during an instrument landing due to fuel exhaustion.
Dec 17, 2008	Preston, ID	N4008N	Incident	substantial	The pilot's misjudged flare and improper recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in a loss of control and subsequent nose over.
Dec 17, 2008	Sheridan, WY	N9619T	Incident	substantial	Maintenance personnel's failure to reinstall the left front pilot's seat correctly, which resulted in the pilot's loss of control and subsequent impac… Maintenance personnel's failure to reinstall the left front pilot's seat correctly, which resulted in the pilot's loss of control and subsequent impact with a taxiway sign.

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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