How many accidents has the Cessna had?

The NTSB has recorded 28016 events involving the Cessna : 4716 fatal, 2284 serious, 4073 minor injuries, and 16766 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Cessna a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Cessna has 28016 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

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
Feb 25, 2007	Utica, NY	N7141A	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane, during an aborted takeoff, which resulted in a collision with a snowbank.
Feb 24, 2007	Bellingham, WA	N9115C	Incident	substantial	The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing factors were the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing, and the trees.
Feb 23, 2007	Holland, MI	N5321D	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition and his failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff, which caus… The student pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition and his failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff, which caused the airplane to impact the snow bank and nose over. Contributing factors were the crosswind and the snow bank along the edge of the runway.
Feb 20, 2007	Cordova, AK	N402ET	Incident	substantial	The failure of the right main landing gear linkage during the landing roll, which resulted in a loss of directional control and the collapse of the ri… The failure of the right main landing gear linkage during the landing roll, which resulted in a loss of directional control and the collapse of the right main landing gear. A factor associated with the accident was the failure of company maintenance personnel to comply with a maintenance service letter issued by the airplane manufacturer.
Feb 16, 2007	St. Louis, MO	N270JA	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions and failure to maintain directional control. Factors were the gusting crosswind condition… The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions and failure to maintain directional control. Factors were the gusting crosswind conditions and the snow covered ground.
Feb 14, 2007	Lake Wells, FL	N289SP	Incident	substantial	the flight instructor's inadequate compensation for the gusty crosswind conditions.
Feb 11, 2007	Pinckneyville, IL	N9478E	Incident	substantial	Presence of a deer on the runway resulting in an inadvertent collision during the landing roll.
Feb 09, 2007	Long Beach, CA	N271RG	Incident	substantial	the student pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing.
Feb 08, 2007	Daytona Beach, FL	N9395B	Incident	substantial	The fracture and failure of the right landing gear actuator, which resulted in a gear collapse during the landing roll.
Feb 06, 2007	Palmetto, GA	N5843E	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadequate compensation for a crosswind during the landing flare, which resulted in a loss of control and an in-flight collision with obje… The pilot's inadequate compensation for a crosswind during the landing flare, which resulted in a loss of control and an in-flight collision with objects. A factor associated with the accident was a crosswind.
Feb 01, 2007	Dickinson, ND	N6631C	Incident	substantial	The undetermined failure of the emergency landing gear system and the retraction of the right main landing gear during landing.
Jan 31, 2007	Atlantic City, NJ	N20SS	Incident	substantial	The inoperative safe gear indicator light switch. Contributing to the accident was the pilot hand-cranking the landing gear past the physical stop.
Jan 30, 2007	Pocatello, ID	N4584L	Incident	substantial	The separation of the bolt that attaches the elevator trim tab actuator rod to the elevator trim tab horn, resulting in violent flutter of the elevato… The separation of the bolt that attaches the elevator trim tab actuator rod to the elevator trim tab horn, resulting in violent flutter of the elevator, and eventually to the separation of the inboard half of the right elevator.
Jan 30, 2007	Aptos, CA	N25932	Incident	substantial	the student pilot's becoming lost and disoriented that resulted in an improper in-flight decision to make a precautionary landing in an unsuitable ope… the student pilot's becoming lost and disoriented that resulted in an improper in-flight decision to make a precautionary landing in an unsuitable open field.
Jan 27, 2007	Sanford, FL	N20956	Incident	substantial	The inadvertent inflight collision with a bird resulting in damage to the airplane and the pilot having limited control capability.
Jan 26, 2007	Olathe, KS	N2621Z	Incident	substantial	The pilot's improper flare during landing and failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Factors were the gusting winds and the … The pilot's improper flare during landing and failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Factors were the gusting winds and the crosswinds.
Jan 26, 2007	Houston, TX	N83HT	Incident	substantial	The pilot's encounter with porpoise following a hard landing and the improper recovery from a bounced landing.
Jan 24, 2007	McAlester, OK	N49053	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing resulting in the collapse of the nose landing gear.
Jan 24, 2007	Samedan, SZ	LZ-ABV	Incident	minor	Investigation pending
Jan 23, 2007	Murrieta, CA	N2006V	Incident	substantial	The pilot's excessive application of brakes during taxi after landing, resulting in a nose over.
Jan 23, 2007	Beaver Marsh, OR	N2599U	Incident	substantial	The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
Jan 19, 2007	Ashland, VA	N9392X	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to properly secure the seat locking pin.
Jan 17, 2007	La Salle, CO	N1670V	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the ground. Contributing factors included the pilot's intentional low pass and his misjudging his alti… The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the ground. Contributing factors included the pilot's intentional low pass and his misjudging his altitude.
Jan 16, 2007	Cottonwood, AZ	N7218X	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to compensate for a gusty crosswind during the landing roll, which resulted in a loss of control and an on-ground encounter with a… The pilot's failure to compensate for a gusty crosswind during the landing roll, which resulted in a loss of control and an on-ground encounter with a ditch. Factors associated with the accident are a crosswind and wind gusts.
Jan 14, 2007	San Jose, CA	N18WB	Incident	substantial	The pilot's excessive use of the airplane's wheel brakes, which resulted in a nose over during landing.

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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