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
Nov 03, 2008 Spring, TX N47221 Incident substantial Failure of the student pilot to apply appropriate actions following a bounced landing.
Nov 01, 2008 Asheville, NC N2055R Incident substantial The student pilot’s improper recovery from a bounced landing.
Oct 30, 2008 Mesa, AZ N421PC Incident substantial The failure of the hydraulic landing gear extension systems due to a ruptured line.
Oct 27, 2008 Ingleside, TX N1714F Incident substantial
The pilot's decision to land in crosswind conditions, leading to his inability to maintain directional control. Contributing to the accident were the …

The pilot's decision to land in crosswind conditions, leading to his inability to maintain directional control. Contributing to the accident were the crosswinds.

Oct 26, 2008 Justin, TX N1846Z Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during landing.
Oct 26, 2008 Carroll, IA N333AE Incident substantial The improper preflight planning/decision made by the pilot in attempting a taxi in high wind conditions. Contributing to the accident was the winds.
Oct 25, 2008 Monticello, IN N54971 Incident substantial
The pilot stalled the airplane during a go-around. Contributing to the accident included the pilot's improper in-flight decision, the tailwind landin…

The pilot stalled the airplane during a go-around. Contributing to the accident included the pilot's improper in-flight decision, the tailwind landing, and the pilot's failure to put the carburetor Heat to "OFF" during the go-around.

Oct 24, 2008 Butler, MO N5773C Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control and his failure to compensate for wind conditions which resulted in a ground loop.
Oct 22, 2008 Whitewater, CO N3389D Incident minor
Both pilots' failure to see and avoid the other airplane. Contributing factors in this accident were the Cessna 180 pilot's attention being diverted a…

Both pilots' failure to see and avoid the other airplane. Contributing factors in this accident were the Cessna 180 pilot's attention being diverted and the Cessna 210 pilot's vision being affected by the sun glare.

Oct 19, 2008 Angleton, TX N93291 Incident substantial
The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for the pilot to execute the forced …

The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for the pilot to execute the forced landing.

Oct 19, 2008 Buckeye, AZ N4807F Incident substantial
Another airplanes total loss of wheel brakes while taxing which resulted in the pilot of the other aircraft colliding with a standing aircraft. Contr…

Another airplanes total loss of wheel brakes while taxing which resulted in the pilot of the other aircraft colliding with a standing aircraft. Contributing to the accident was the other airplanes low brake hydraulic fluid.

Oct 15, 2008 Van Wert, OH N20745 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane while taxiing on the wet grass.
Oct 13, 2008 Delphi, IN N63366 Incident substantial The student pilot's failure to maintain separation from a hangar building while taxiing. Contributing to the accident was the hangar building.
Oct 12, 2008 Santa Fe, NM N9100A Incident substantial The flight instructor's delay in taking timely control of the airplane. Contributing to the accident was the crosswind.
Oct 11, 2008 Placerville, CA N7418E Incident substantial The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Oct 09, 2008 Payson, UT N8374Z Incident substantial
The total loss of engine power during cruise flight for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident were a dark night and a cherry orchard at t…

The total loss of engine power during cruise flight for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident were a dark night and a cherry orchard at the location where the pilot executed the forced landing.

Oct 09, 2008 Kenai, AK N9380N Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from high vegetation while taxiing after landing.
Oct 09, 2008 Henderson, NV N206TT Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind conditions.
Oct 08, 2008 Mount Vernon, MO N21544 Incident destroyed
The pilot failed to maintain a proper landing aim point. Contributing to the accident were the setting sun and the uneven terrain approaching the run…

The pilot failed to maintain a proper landing aim point. Contributing to the accident were the setting sun and the uneven terrain approaching the runway.

Oct 07, 2008 Manchester, CT N771CP Incident substantial The in-flight collision with a bird.
Oct 06, 2008 Gulf Shores, AL N22AS Incident substantial The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing.
Oct 06, 2008 St. Louis, MO N6180 Incident substantial The flight instructor's failure to maintain directional control during the landing.
Oct 06, 2008 Compton, CA N6048Z Incident substantial The pilot's improper flare and inadequate recovery from a bounced landing.
Oct 04, 2008 Savannah, GA N11PC Incident substantial A loss of engine power in flight due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's improper fuel management.
Oct 03, 2008 Alton, IL N5172J Incident substantial
The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing. A contributing factor was the presence of the sign struck during the runw…

The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing. A contributing factor was the presence of the sign struck during the runway excursion.

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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