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, 2014 Mobile, AL N3804U Serious (1) substantial
The pilot’s inadequate preflight fuel planning during which he did not ensure that there was adequate fuel in the main tanks for the flight, which res…

The pilot’s inadequate preflight fuel planning during which he did not ensure that there was adequate fuel in the main tanks for the flight, which resulted in a loss of engine power.

Jul 03, 2014 Las Vegas, NM N1175Q Serious (1) substantial
The pilot's loss of airplane control during an aborted landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's inadequate preflight planning, which resu…

The pilot's loss of airplane control during an aborted landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's inadequate preflight planning, which resulted in his attempt to land on a runway closed by a notice to airmen and the loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.

Jul 02, 2014 Geneseo, IL N2209G Minor substantial The pilot's mismanagement of the available fuel supply, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Jul 01, 2014 Joplin, MO N468CM Incident substantial
The partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because an operational test run of the engine did not reveal any anomalies t…

The partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because an operational test run of the engine did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.

Jun 29, 2014 Big Creek, ID N132K Serious (1) substantial
The pilot’s execution of a traffic pattern that did not put the airplane in position for a normal final approach and the pilot’s decision to continue …

The pilot’s execution of a traffic pattern that did not put the airplane in position for a normal final approach and the pilot’s decision to continue the landing attempt instead of initiating a go-around, which resulted in the airplane exceeding its critical angle-of-attack and experiencing an aerodynamic stall at an altitude too low to prevent ground impact.

Jun 29, 2014 Orlando, FL N775SP Minor substantial The flight instructor's failure to maintain control while taxiing in a strong gusty wind.
Jun 28, 2014 Mesa, AZ N3069Q Incident substantial The student pilot's inadequate landing flare which resulted in a loss of aircraft control and hard landing.
Jun 28, 2014 Danbury, CT N7867G Incident substantial The pilot's use of a person unfamiliar with aviation and his failure to properly secure the airplane during hand starting of the engine.
Jun 28, 2014 Holland, MI N19992 Incident substantial The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing resulting in a loss of directional control.
Jun 27, 2014 Indianapolis, IN N207AB Minor substantial A loss of engine power due to fuel starvation, which resulted from the pilot's failure to monitor the fuel level and switch tanks in a timely fashion.
Jun 27, 2014 Arlington, TX N8157V Incident substantial
The total loss of engine power due to a loose oil filter adapter, which resulted in oil starvation. Contributing to the accident was maintenance perso…

The total loss of engine power due to a loose oil filter adapter, which resulted in oil starvation. Contributing to the accident was maintenance personnel’s failure to comply with a Federal Aviation Administration airworthiness directive.

Jun 27, 2014 Littleton, NC N182PE Fatal (1) substantial
Maintenance personnel's application of sealant to the engine case halves during engine overhaul, contrary to manufacturer's instructions, which result…

Maintenance personnel's application of sealant to the engine case halves during engine overhaul, contrary to manufacturer's instructions, which resulted in internal failure of the engine due to the loss of case bolt torque.

Jun 26, 2014 Maryland Heights, MO N1552T Serious (1) destroyed The loss of left engine power for reasons that could not be determined due to impact and fire damage.
Jun 25, 2014 Knox, IN N1307C Incident substantial The student pilot's use of excessive back pressure on the flight controls during an attempted go around that induced a stall and loss of control.
Jun 25, 2014 Firebaugh, CA N5264G Minor substantial
The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions in the landing area, which resulted in a loss of directional control and encounter with so…

The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions in the landing area, which resulted in a loss of directional control and encounter with soft terrain and vegetation.

Jun 24, 2014 Miami, FL N621AA Incident substantial The pilot's failure to ensure the security of the seat prior to flight, which resulted in a loss of control and subsequent hard landing.
Jun 22, 2014 Port Angeles, WA N9457X Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in a ground-loop.
Jun 21, 2014 Abbeyshrule, EI G-SKYE Incident substantial <br /><br />
Jun 20, 2014 St. Cloud, MN N758HP Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain the proper airspeed and angle-of-attack after a partial loss of engine power on takeoff, which resulted in a stall and…

The pilot's failure to maintain the proper airspeed and angle-of-attack after a partial loss of engine power on takeoff, which resulted in a stall and the subsequent impact with water. Contributing to the accident was the partial loss of engine power due to the No. 3 cylinder not producing compression for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence.

Jun 20, 2014 Egegik, AK N208SM Incident substantial The pilot's loss of situational awareness during the takeoff roll resulting in a collision with a refrigeration trailer.
Jun 20, 2014 Agua Dulce, CA N4606L Serious (2) substantial
The pilot's decision to continue the takeoff from the upsloping runway with full-flap deflection in high density altitude conditions, which led to a d…

The pilot's decision to continue the takeoff from the upsloping runway with full-flap deflection in high density altitude conditions, which led to a decreased climb rate and impact with terrain.

Jun 19, 2014 Alturas, CA N6091R Incident substantial
The airplane’s failure to attain rotation speed during the takeoff roll for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did …

The airplane’s failure to attain rotation speed during the takeoff roll for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s delayed decision to abort the takeoff with insufficient runway remaining to stop.

Jun 19, 2014 Cerro Militar, Municipio de Calima, CO N4258 Fatal (3) substantial <br /><br />
Jun 19, 2014 Salmon, ID N7936T Incident substantial The pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point that resulted in a runway overrun.
Jun 18, 2014 Moab, UT N7043M Fatal (1) destroyed
The pilot’s decision to approach rising mountainous terrain at too low an altitude to clear it and his subsequent attempt to climb, which exceeded the…

The pilot’s decision to approach rising mountainous terrain at too low an altitude to clear it and his subsequent attempt to climb, which exceeded the airplane’s critical angle-of-attack and resulted in a stall/spin.

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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