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 20, 2015 Trapper Creek, AK N734VB Fatal (1) destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees while intentionally maneuvering close to the ground.
Jul 19, 2015 Sucua, EC HC-CLR Serious (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Jul 19, 2015 Rio Verde, BR PR-ITO Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Jul 19, 2015 Linden, NJ N962SP Incident substantial
The pilot’s delayed decision to reject the takeoff, which resulted in a runway overrun. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to proper…

The pilot’s delayed decision to reject the takeoff, which resulted in a runway overrun. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to properly configure the flaps for maximum takeoff performance with the airplane near its maximum gross weight.

Jul 18, 2015 Cody, WY N72TP Fatal (4) destroyed
The pilot's loss of airplane control following the loss of power in the left engine; the reason for the loss of power could not be determined during p…

The pilot's loss of airplane control following the loss of power in the left engine; the reason for the loss of power could not be determined during postaccident engine examination.

Jul 18, 2015 Hanksville, UT N735JB Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll, which resulted in a runway excursion and a collision with terrain.
Jul 18, 2015 Fairfield, NC N5453V Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with terrain.
Jul 17, 2015 Juneau, AK N62AK Fatal (1) substantial
The pilot's decision to initiate and continue visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in a loss of situational awarene…

The pilot's decision to initiate and continue visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in a loss of situational awareness and controlled flight into terrain. Contributing to the accident were the company's failure to follow its operational control and flight release procedures and its inadequate training and oversight of operational control personnel.

Jul 17, 2015 Anoka, MN N6511V Incident substantial Failure of the left landing gear actuator for reasons that could not be determined because the actuator was not made available for examination.
Jul 16, 2015 Rosamond, CA N8028A Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll, resulting in a collision with terrain.
Jul 14, 2015 Fults, IL N2764G Incident destroyed
The malfunction of the flap assembly, which resulted in a restriction of aileron control. Contributing to the accident was maintenance personnel’s ina…

The malfunction of the flap assembly, which resulted in a restriction of aileron control. Contributing to the accident was maintenance personnel’s inadequate inspection of a corroded flap control cable.

Jul 14, 2015 Homer, AK N72784 Incident substantial The pilot's decision to fly at a low altitude in mountainous terrain and weather conditions conducive to downdrafts.
Jul 12, 2015 Juneau, AK N3607Y Incident substantial
A loss of hydraulic fluid due to a fractured left main landing gear hydraulic actuator as a result of a fatigue crack, which led to the landing gear c…

A loss of hydraulic fluid due to a fractured left main landing gear hydraulic actuator as a result of a fatigue crack, which led to the landing gear collapsing upon touchdown.

Jul 12, 2015 South St. Paul, MN N5139J Incident substantial
The airplane's inability to takeoff for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the airplane revealed no anomalies. T…

The airplane's inability to takeoff for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the airplane revealed no anomalies. The aborted takeoff resulted in a runway overrun and impact with a fence.

Jul 12, 2015 Stafford Twp, NJ N315EC Minor substantial
The total loss of engine power due to the failure of the crankshaft, which resulted from a mechanic's failure to properly torque the engine cylinder t…

The total loss of engine power due to the failure of the crankshaft, which resulted from a mechanic's failure to properly torque the engine cylinder through bolts.

Jul 11, 2015 Dauphin Island, AL N185DK Incident substantial The pilot's loss of directional control during the landing roll in gusty wind conditions which resulted in a ground loop and impact with terrain.
Jul 10, 2015 Buffalo, NY C-FHER Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing with a light quartering tailwind, which resulted in the failure…

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing with a light quartering tailwind, which resulted in the failure of the landing gear and a subsequent ground loop.

Jul 09, 2015 Renton, WA N12MM Minor substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in the airplane exceeding its critical angle of attack and a subsequent aerodynamic …

The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in the airplane exceeding its critical angle of attack and a subsequent aerodynamic stall/spin.

Jul 07, 2015 Moncks Corner, SC N3601V Fatal (2) destroyed
The approach controller's failure to provide an appropriate resolution to the conflict between the F-16 and the Cessna. Contributing to the accident w…

The approach controller's failure to provide an appropriate resolution to the conflict between the F-16 and the Cessna. Contributing to the accident were the inherent limitations of the see-and-avoid concept, resulting in both pilots' inability to take evasive action in time to avert the collision.

Jul 07, 2015 Oneonta, NY N59024 Serious (1) substantial The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection and fuel planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.
Jul 06, 2015 Athens, TN N234CF Incident substantial
The failure of the taxiway surface due to a sink hole, which resulted in the right main landing gear sinking into terrain causing substantial damage t…

The failure of the taxiway surface due to a sink hole, which resulted in the right main landing gear sinking into terrain causing substantial damage to the fuselage.

Jul 05, 2015 Crawfordsville, IN N625EH Serious (1) substantial The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the powerline during an aerial application operations.
Jul 05, 2015 Anchorage, AK N4861D Incident substantial The total loss of engine power due to carburetor icing, which resulted from the pilot’s failure to use carburetor heat.
Jul 03, 2015 Lubbock, TX N6326J Incident substantial The student pilot's improper flare during landing which resulted in abnormal runway contact and damage to the firewall.
Jul 03, 2015 Bartlett, IL N62681 Fatal (1) destroyed
The pilot’s loss of airplane control for reasons that could not be determined because an examination of the airplane did not reveal any preimpact abno…

The pilot’s loss of airplane control for reasons that could not be determined because an examination of the airplane did not reveal any preimpact abnormalities.

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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