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 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.

Jul 02, 2015 Oak Island, NC N2080Q Incident substantial The pilot's improper level off and flare, which resulted in a bounced landing and firewall damage.
Jul 01, 2015 Saratoga, WY N60691 Incident substantial The pilot's loss of directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion, and a ground loop.
Jun 30, 2015 Rio Vista, CA N739WW Minor substantial The pilot's use of improper procedures during an aborted landing, resulting in a runway excursion and a collision with a canal.
Jun 30, 2015 Oak Harbor, WA N9980T Serious (1) substantial The pilot’s improper preflight fuel planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Jun 30, 2015 Raymond, MS N4027V Incident substantial The flight instructor's inadequate preflight inspection of the fuel system resulting in a total loss of engine power due to fuel contamination.
Jun 30, 2015 Cahokia, IL N3888C Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll which resulted in a ground loop.
Jun 29, 2015 Blanding, UT N2181X Incident substantial
The pilot's selection of a departure runway of inadequate length for the density altitude, resulting in the airplane not gaining sufficient lift, depa…

The pilot's selection of a departure runway of inadequate length for the density altitude, resulting in the airplane not gaining sufficient lift, departing the runway, and impacting terrain.

Jun 28, 2015 Durango, CO N170MW Incident substantial
The pilot's decision to taxi behind a turbojet airplane into jet blast, which resulted in the airplane being blown off an active taxiway and flipped u…

The pilot's decision to taxi behind a turbojet airplane into jet blast, which resulted in the airplane being blown off an active taxiway and flipped upside down onto terrain.

Jun 28, 2015 Huntsville, AL N19337 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain pitch control during the landing touchdown, resulting in a porpoise, and firewall damage.
Jun 27, 2015 Anchorage, AK N756BW Incident substantial The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing, and his failure to maintain directional control.
Jun 27, 2015 Casper, WY N4751S Serious (3) substantial
The improper repair of the carburetor heat cable sheath to clamp joint, which prevented the proper operation of the carburetor heat and resulted in th…

The improper repair of the carburetor heat cable sheath to clamp joint, which prevented the proper operation of the carburetor heat and resulted in the loss of engine power.

Jun 26, 2015 Vernal, UT N3159E Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing in crosswind conditions, which resulted in a runway excursion and an impact with an…

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing in crosswind conditions, which resulted in a runway excursion and an impact with an airport sign.

Jun 25, 2015 Traverse City, MI N195NW Incident substantial The student pilot's failure to maintain pitch control during the landing, resulting in a hard landing.
Jun 23, 2015 Schafers Meadows, MT N8424Q Serious (1) substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll in variable and gusting wind conditions.
Jun 22, 2015 Upperville, VA N5210A Incident substantial An inflight bird strike, which resulted in wing spar damage.
Jun 22, 2015 Fort McMurray, CA C-FAXO Fatal (2) substantial Investigation pending
Jun 20, 2015 Carthage, IN N17292 Incident substantial The partial loss of engine power due to carburetor icing.
Jun 20, 2015 Vaupes, CO HK4677G Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Jun 19, 2015 Shreveport, LA N5743A Fatal (1) substantial
The pilot's loss of airplane control during initial climb after takeoff for reasons that could not be determined because an examination of the airfram…

The pilot's loss of airplane control during initial climb after takeoff for reasons that could not be determined because an examination of the airframe and engine did not reveal any preimpact anomalies.

Jun 19, 2015 Polson, MT N9699B Incident substantial
A total loss of engine power during approach for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination revealed no anomalies that woul…

A total loss of engine power during approach for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination revealed no anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.

Jun 18, 2015 St. Augustine, FL N6553L Incident substantial A partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information.
Jun 14, 2015 Moab, UT N5143D Incident substantial The pilot’s inadequate preflight fuel planning and inflight fuel management, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Jun 14, 2015 Palmyra, PA N732VN Incident substantial
The pilot's delay in conducting an aborted landing and his subsequent failure to establish a proper airspeed during the attempted go-around on a hot d…

The pilot's delay in conducting an aborted landing and his subsequent failure to establish a proper airspeed during the attempted go-around on a hot day, which resulted in the airplane’s inability to climb and a subsequent stall/mush.

Jun 13, 2015 Westminster, MD N1248S Incident substantial The flight instructor's delayed remedial action during the landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing and porpoise.
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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