Cessna Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 28016 events recorded from 1974 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 17, 2024 | San Luis Obispo, CA | N1500D | Incident | substantial |
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a failure of the right main landing gear and subsequent…The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a failure of the right main landing gear and subsequent ground loop. |
| May 16, 2024 | Lakeport, CA | N4448L | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| May 16, 2024 | Daggett, CA | N4769K | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| May 15, 2024 | Sealy, TX | N74887 | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff, that resulted in an impact with a tree and the ground. |
| May 11, 2024 | Chandler, AZ | N428DW | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from obstacles during taxi operations. |
| May 10, 2024 | Three Forks, MT | N2388X | Incident | substantial |
The pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection, which resulted in an attempted departure with the flight control lock device installed, and subsequent no…The pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection, which resulted in an attempted departure with the flight control lock device installed, and subsequent nose landing gear collapse. |
| May 10, 2024 | Davis, OK | N37TJ | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain proper airspeed on approach which resulted in an extended touchdown, bounced landing, and runway overrun. |
| May 09, 2024 | Big Bear, CA | N2193C | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff with a gusty crosswind. |
| May 08, 2024 | Anchorage, AK | N65065 | Incident | substantial | The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing. |
| May 08, 2024 | Midland, TX | N69PW | Incident | substantial |
The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during a go-around in a gusting crosswind, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and collision with …The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during a go-around in a gusting crosswind, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and collision with terrain. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s lack of system knowledge regarding the operation of the flaps. |
| May 02, 2024 | Halls Crossing, UT | N50101 | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| May 01, 2024 | Belle Chasse, LA | N2782L | Incident | substantial | The inadequate landing flare by the flight instructor that resulted in a loss of directional control and impact with terrain. |
| Apr 30, 2024 | Novosibirsk, RS | RA-2038G | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Apr 30, 2024 | Scappoose, OR | N1657D | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain aircraft control during the landing roll in gusting wind conditions. |
| Apr 29, 2024 | Palatka, FL | N99442 | Incident | substantial | The failure of the nose oil seal to remain secure in the engine crankcase, which resulted in a loss of engine oil and partial loss of engine power. |
| Apr 25, 2024 | Endicott, NY | N8084A | Incident | substantial |
The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during an aborted landing, which resulted in a runway excursion, and subsequent collision with…The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during an aborted landing, which resulted in a runway excursion, and subsequent collision with trees. |
| Apr 23, 2024 | Challis, ID | N2299C | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to attain a proper touchdown point during landing which resulted in a runway excursion and subsequent nose over. |
| Apr 23, 2024 | Placerville, CA | N89EP | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Apr 22, 2024 | Ridgeway, VA | N5645T | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to attain a proper touchdown point while landing, which resulted in a runway overrun. |
| Apr 21, 2024 | Talkeetna, AK | N77032 | Incident | substantial |
A degraded ignition system, which resulted in a total loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was maintenance personnel’s inadequate inspec…A degraded ignition system, which resulted in a total loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was maintenance personnel’s inadequate inspection of the ignition system. |
| Apr 20, 2024 | Zelienople, PA | N684SP | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s inadequate compensation for the gusting crosswind condition during landing. |
| Apr 18, 2024 | Stoneville, NC | N7921G | Incident | substantial | The student pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a bounced, hard landing. |
| Apr 15, 2024 | Rocky Mount, NC | N3FR | Incident | substantial |
The pilot and mechanic’s failure to identify and completely eliminate the water and debris contamination present in the airplane’s fuel system before …The pilot and mechanic’s failure to identify and completely eliminate the water and debris contamination present in the airplane’s fuel system before embarking on the flight, which resulted in a total loss of engine power. |
| Apr 15, 2024 | Shelbyville, TN | N73605 | Incident | substantial | The student pilot’s improper recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in a loss of directional control and subsequent runway excursion. |
| Apr 13, 2024 | Valparaso, OF | CC-KSK | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |