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
Nov 02, 2006 McHenry, MD N7953F Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and a loss of engine power during takeoff-initial climb.
Oct 31, 2006 Richfield, UT N2097G Incident substantial
The student pilot's inability to compensate for the gusty crosswinds during the initial part of the landing roll, which resulted in a loss of control …

The student pilot's inability to compensate for the gusty crosswinds during the initial part of the landing roll, which resulted in a loss of control and a noseover. Factors associated with the accident are gusty crosswinds, and a mound/berm of dirt alongside the runway.

Oct 31, 2006 Toms River, NJ N6362T Incident substantial
The private pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point, and the flight instructor's inadequate remedial action, which resulted in a landing …

The private pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point, and the flight instructor's inadequate remedial action, which resulted in a landing short of the runway. A contributing factor was the gusty wind conditions.

Oct 31, 2006 Wakefield, VA N20931 Incident substantial The student pilot's failure to maintain control during the landing. A factor to the accident was the wind gusts.
Oct 29, 2006 Morgantown, WV N952AC Incident substantial
The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control and the flight instructor's improper planning and supervision of the student's solo cross …

The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control and the flight instructor's improper planning and supervision of the student's solo cross country flight. A contributing factor was the wind gusts.

Oct 27, 2006 Lancaster, PA N68727 Incident substantial The student pilot's inadequate flare, which resulted in a nosegear collapse during landing.
Oct 27, 2006 Lake Havasu Cit, AZ N56MB Incident substantial the pilot's failure to extend the landing gear prior to touchdown.
Oct 23, 2006 Willcox, AZ N206LL Incident substantial The pilot's misjudged flare and porpoising during landing.
Oct 23, 2006 Delta, CO N6849R Incident substantial the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control and a proper descent rate during the landing.
Oct 22, 2006 Ames, IA N5274S Incident substantial
The fatigue failure of the landing gear actuator pin and the exterior visual maintenance inspection for cracks not possible by company maintenance per…

The fatigue failure of the landing gear actuator pin and the exterior visual maintenance inspection for cracks not possible by company maintenance personnel.

Oct 21, 2006 Friday Harbor, WA N4942U Incident substantial An in-flight collision with a bird during takeoff.
Oct 21, 2006 Ormond Beach, FL N401ER Incident substantial The failure of the student pilot to initiate a recovery from the bounced landing resulting in a hard landing.
Oct 17, 2006 Dexter, MO N873MP Incident substantial The pilot's improper runway selection for landing and the pilot's inadequate flare. A factor was the tailwind.
Oct 15, 2006 Vicksburg, MS N1013Y Incident substantial The structural damage to the firewall during a suspected hard landing.
Oct 13, 2006 Statesville, NC N180VT Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in an on-ground collision with the runway.
Oct 11, 2006 Belhaven, NC N91181 Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to compensate for wind conditions and maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in an inadvertent stall and subsequent in-flight …

The pilot's failure to compensate for wind conditions and maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in an inadvertent stall and subsequent in-flight collision with terrain.

Oct 09, 2006 Grand Rapids, MN N739XK Incident substantial
The student pilot's misjudged landing flare and improper recovery from the bounced landing which led to the failure of the nose landing gear. The ove…

The student pilot's misjudged landing flare and improper recovery from the bounced landing which led to the failure of the nose landing gear. The overload failure of the nose landing gear was a factor.

Oct 08, 2006 St Charles, MO N4775D Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to properly judge the landing flare and his inadequate recovery from the resulting bounced landing. A contributing factor was the…

The pilot's failure to properly judge the landing flare and his inadequate recovery from the resulting bounced landing. A contributing factor was the inadvertent pilot induced oscillation (porpoise) after initial runway contact.

Oct 06, 2006 Glendale, AZ N97811 Incident substantial
the student's inadequate compensation for the gusting crosswind and inadequate flare that resulted in a hard landing. The certified flight instructor…

the student's inadequate compensation for the gusting crosswind and inadequate flare that resulted in a hard landing. The certified flight instructor's inadequate supervision of the flight is also causal.

Oct 05, 2006 Spokane, WA N134GW Incident substantial The pilot's excessive braking which resulted in a loss of aircraft control during the landing roll. A taxiway sign was a factor.
Oct 05, 2006 Boise, ID N70946 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance while taxiing. A contributing factor was the temporary construction fence next to the taxiway.
Oct 02, 2006 Kalispell, MT N1920E Incident substantial The fracture of the adjusting bellcrank in overstress due to binding in a linkage forward of the bell crank.
Oct 01, 2006 Juneau, AK N206AK Incident substantial
The separation of the number 6 cylinder assembly from the engine during cruise flight, which resulted in a hard forced landing in rough ocean swells. …

The separation of the number 6 cylinder assembly from the engine during cruise flight, which resulted in a hard forced landing in rough ocean swells. A factor contributing to the accident was the rough ocean swells.

Oct 01, 2006 Barton City, MI N64257 Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to attain a proper touchdown point and his inadvertent selection of a downwind runway, which resulted in the overrun. A contribut…

The pilot's failure to attain a proper touchdown point and his inadvertent selection of a downwind runway, which resulted in the overrun. A contributing factor was the tailwind encountered during landing. Additional factors were the wet, turf runway, and the rock pile located off the end of the runway.

Sep 30, 2006 Cambridge, MD N61WT Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while 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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