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 08, 2014 Mulberry, FL N211R Minor substantial
The failure of the pilot and the parachutist to see and avoid each other, which resulted in the airplane’s wing colliding with the parachute’s suspens…

The failure of the pilot and the parachutist to see and avoid each other, which resulted in the airplane’s wing colliding with the parachute’s suspension lines.

Mar 07, 2014 San Luis Obispo, CA N2252D Incident substantial
Corrosion of the bulkhead assembly in the left main landing gearbox area, which resulted in the structural failure of the bulkhead and the subsequent …

Corrosion of the bulkhead assembly in the left main landing gearbox area, which resulted in the structural failure of the bulkhead and the subsequent landing gear collapse.

Mar 07, 2014 Pittstown, NJ N1319U Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing.
Mar 05, 2014 Jackson, TN N9417Z Incident substantial A total loss of engine power due to maintenance personnel’s improper installation of the lower vacuum pump.
Mar 05, 2014 Toyota City, JA JA3853 Fatal (2) destroyed <br /><br />
Feb 28, 2014 Fredericksburg, TX N30AW Incident substantial The pilot did not maintain directional control of the airplane during the takeoff with a gusting crosswind.
Feb 26, 2014 South Bend, IN N9801V Incident substantial The pilot involved and the phase of flight when the damage was incurred were not determined.
Feb 25, 2014 Ramona, CA N91712 Incident substantial
The student pilot's inadequate flare and failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision wi…

The student pilot's inadequate flare and failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with terrain.

Feb 23, 2014 Bountiful, UT N18DP Incident substantial Fuel starvation due to the in-flight loosening of the fuel lines attached to the fuel flow indicator as a result of inadequate maintenance.
Feb 18, 2014 Toussus-Le-Noble, FR N876DT Incident substantial Investigation pending
Feb 17, 2014 Caldwell, NJ N426SP Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing.
Feb 15, 2014 Clay, AL N732EJ Fatal (2) destroyed
The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane while being vectored to intercept the localizer during night instrument meteorological conditi…

The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane while being vectored to intercept the localizer during night instrument meteorological conditions (IMC). Contributing to the accident was the operator's inadequate dispatch procedures, which did not prevent the pilot from flying beyond his duty day, flying at night for which he was not current, or flying in IMC for which he was not qualified by the company.

Feb 15, 2014 Mansfield, MA N2143X Incident substantial The student pilot's failure to maintain an adequate approach glide path, which resulted in a collision with a snow bank.
Feb 15, 2014 Glendale, AZ N738BH Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion and subsequent impact with a tax…

The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion and subsequent impact with a taxiway sign.

Feb 14, 2014 Pinson, TN N194EX Serious (1) substantial
The noninstrument-rated pilot’s decision to continue flight into deteriorating weather conditions at night and his failure to divert in a timely manne…

The noninstrument-rated pilot’s decision to continue flight into deteriorating weather conditions at night and his failure to divert in a timely manner, which resulted in an off-airport precautionary landing and subsequent substantial damage to the airplane.

Feb 13, 2014 Ellsworth, KS N816KS Incident substantial the student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Feb 13, 2014 Galion, OH N3882J Incident substantial
A total loss of engine power on climbout for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the engine did not reveal any an…

A total loss of engine power on climbout for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the engine did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.

Feb 11, 2014 Belen, NM N300EM Incident substantial The pilot's failure to ensure adequate fuel onboard for the intended flight.
Feb 09, 2014 Palmas, BR PT-OMX Fatal (3) substantial <br /><br />
Feb 09, 2014 Lexington, TX N6061B Incident substantial The pilot’s improper use of the carburetor heat, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to carburetor icing.
Feb 04, 2014 Elk City, OK N61YP Incident substantial The pilot’s descent below the published minimum descent altitude for the instrument approach procedure, which resulted in impact with a utility pole.
Feb 04, 2014 Eastsound, WA N78330 Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate flare and failure to maintain aircraft control during landing in gusty wind conditions.
Feb 03, 2014 Fort Pierce, FL N828BM Incident substantial The student pilot's improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
Jan 31, 2014 Oden, AR N4957U Fatal (1) substantial
The pilot’s improper decision to fly into an area with reported marginal meteorological conditions in an airplane not maintained for instrument flight…

The pilot’s improper decision to fly into an area with reported marginal meteorological conditions in an airplane not maintained for instrument flight and his subsequent failure to maintain clearance from trees and terrain.

Jan 29, 2014 Cachoeira do Sul, BR PP-DFW Fatal (2) substantial <br /><br />
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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