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
Mar 30, 2008 Buckeye, AZ N5931B Incident substantial A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the soft terrain.
Mar 29, 2008 Elizabeth, CO N4839P Incident substantial
the loss of engine power due to the fatigue failure of the camshaft gear. Contributing to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced…

the loss of engine power due to the fatigue failure of the camshaft gear. Contributing to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.

Mar 26, 2008 Traverse City, MI N5338B Incident substantial
The unstabalized approach performed by the student pilot and the go-around not performed by the student pilot. Additional causes were the inadequate r…

The unstabalized approach performed by the student pilot and the go-around not performed by the student pilot. Additional causes were the inadequate recovery from a bounced landing and the directional control not obtained by the student pilot. Contributing factors were the wind gusts and the student pilot’s lack of total experience.

Mar 26, 2008 Monroe, WI N724PG Incident substantial The pilot's decision to land on the wrong runway for the existing wind conditions and his improper recovery from a bounced landing.
Mar 26, 2008 Henderson, NV N4010Q Incident substantial The failure of the left main landing gear torque link assembly for undetermined reasons.
Mar 23, 2008 Fairbanks, AK N180JP Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control and inadequate compensation for wind conditions during a go-around. Contributing to the accident …

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control and inadequate compensation for wind conditions during a go-around. Contributing to the accident were wind gusts and a crosswind.

Mar 20, 2008 Cincinnati, OH N4943U Incident substantial
The pilot's decision to operate the airplane with a "dead" battery contrary to guidance provided by the Pilot's Operating Handbook. An additional cau…

The pilot's decision to operate the airplane with a "dead" battery contrary to guidance provided by the Pilot's Operating Handbook. An additional cause was the pilot's failure to verify that the landing gear was fully down and locked prior to landing. Contributing factors were the pilot's failure to properly service the battery prior to the flight and the subsequent loss of all electrical power, which rendered that normal gear extension system inoperative.

Mar 18, 2008 Glenwood Spring, CO N67WW Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing. Contributing to the accident was the strong left quartering tailwi…

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing. Contributing to the accident was the strong left quartering tailwind and gust.

Mar 18, 2008 Moab, UT N180LH Incident substantial
The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions and failure to maintain directional control. A contributing factor was the unexpected dust de…

The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions and failure to maintain directional control. A contributing factor was the unexpected dust devil.

Mar 17, 2008 Batavia, OH N53417 Incident substantial The pilot's misjudgment of the landing flare and her inadequate recovery from the bounced landing.
Mar 16, 2008 Idabell, OK N554SP Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions. Factors contributing to the accident are high and gusting winds.
Mar 15, 2008 Fort Lauderdale, FL N300SH Incident substantial The improper adjustment of the right main landing gear down lock by maintenance personnel resulting in the gear collapse during the landing roll..
Mar 14, 2008 Edinburgh, UK G-JBIZ Incident minor Investigation pending
Mar 11, 2008 Spartanburg, SC N1044Y Incident substantial The pilot's encounter with wake turbulence during approach as a result of his inadequate in-flight planning.
Mar 11, 2008 Mercury, NV N594DM Incident substantial
A loss of power to both engines resulting from a fitting failure and leak at the right fuel selector valve that allowed fuel from the right tank to be…

A loss of power to both engines resulting from a fitting failure and leak at the right fuel selector valve that allowed fuel from the right tank to be lost overboard, and that then introduced air into the left engine's fuel lines during an attempted cross-feed operation.

Mar 09, 2008 Richmond, VA N24619 Incident substantial The student pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
Mar 08, 2008 Charlottesville, VA N733LE Incident substantial The pilot's improper engine starting procedures.
Mar 08, 2008 Stuart, FL N400GG Incident substantial
The flight crew's failure to reset the brakes circuit breaker resulting in a loss of brakes during taxi and an on ground collision with an unoccupied …

The flight crew's failure to reset the brakes circuit breaker resulting in a loss of brakes during taxi and an on ground collision with an unoccupied parked airplane.

Mar 06, 2008 Fort Lauderdale, FL N213LP Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during recovery from a bounced landing.
Mar 05, 2008 Takotna, AK N1224F Incident substantial The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff.
Mar 03, 2008 Centre, AL N203GT Incident substantial The pilot's improper landing flare, resulting in a hard landing.
Mar 02, 2008 S.Charleston, WV N97514 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to obtain a proper touchdown point. Contributing to the accident was the windshear as reported by the pilot.
Mar 02, 2008 Dayton, TN N3536V Incident substantial The pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
Mar 02, 2008 Lincoln Park, NJ N107MA Incident substantial The certificated flight instructor's delayed decision to go-around.
Mar 01, 2008 Apple River, IL N8366B Incident substantial
The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions, and his failure to obtain/maintain directional control. Contributing factors were a crosswind…

The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions, and his failure to obtain/maintain directional control. Contributing factors were a crosswind and a snow bank.

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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