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
Dec 27, 2013	Littleton, NC	N1833X	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff.
Dec 25, 2013	Hillsboro, OR	N3531F	Minor	substantial	The pilot's decision to continue the instrument approach beyond the published missed approach point.
Dec 24, 2013	Miami, FL	N17223	Incident	substantial	The pilot's improper flare during a gusty, crosswind landing.
Dec 24, 2013	St. Ignatius, MT	N5533B	Serious (1)	substantial	The non-certificated pilot's failure to maintain a stabilized approach for landing that resulted in a long landing and subsequent runway overrun.
Dec 23, 2013	Fullerton, CA	N80238	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadequate landing flare, which resulted in a bounced landing.
Dec 22, 2013	Carson City, NV	N185CY	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing which resulted in the airplane veering off the runway and nosing over.
Dec 20, 2013	Guymon, OK	N2382F	Minor	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and collision with terrain.
Dec 20, 2013	Tampa, FL	N5307A	Serious (1)	substantial	A total loss of engine power due to the fatigue failure of the No. 4 connecting rod. Contributing to the accident was a likely loss of lubrication for… A total loss of engine power due to the fatigue failure of the No. 4 connecting rod. Contributing to the accident was a likely loss of lubrication for reasons that could not be determined during a postaccident engine examination.
Dec 17, 2013	Burlington, NC	N963CP	Incident	substantial	A loss of airplane control during takeoff for reasons that could not be determined due to the postaccident condition of the elevator control system.
Dec 17, 2013	Hondo, TX	N83CN	Minor	substantial	The pilot's loss of directional control during an attempted go-around for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence. Contri… The pilot's loss of directional control during an attempted go-around for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor’s and pilot’s decision to continue flight after experiencing repeated problems upon landing.
Dec 15, 2013	Bethel, AK	N20109	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s decision to abort the takeoff with insufficient runway remaining, which resulted in a runway excursion.
Dec 14, 2013	Henderson, NV	N7015F	Minor	substantial	The flight crew's improper in-flight fuel planning lead to fuel exhaustion, which resulted in a complete loss of engine power.
Dec 13, 2013	Farmingdale, NJ	N2854E	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
Dec 12, 2013	Kalaupapa, HI	N687MA	Fatal (1)	destroyed	The loss of engine power due to the fracture of multiple blades on the compressor turbine wheel, which resulted in a ditching. The reason for the blad… The loss of engine power due to the fracture of multiple blades on the compressor turbine wheel, which resulted in a ditching. The reason for the blade failures could not be determined due to secondary thermal damage to the blades.
Dec 08, 2013	Jacksonville, FL	N98BT	Fatal (3)	destroyed	The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during a missed approach in night instrument meteorological conditions due to spatial disorientation … The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during a missed approach in night instrument meteorological conditions due to spatial disorientation and a lack of instrument proficiency.
Dec 07, 2013	Columbia Station, OH	N93756	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadequate flight planning and decision to land on the soft grass/turf runway which resulted in a nose over.
Dec 02, 2013	Walton, IN	N810QS	Incident	substantial	The inflight separation of the upper and lower right engine cowlings for reasons that could not be determined based on available evidence.
Dec 01, 2013	Richland, WA	N7592V	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to extend the landing gear prior to landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's diverted attention and not using a check… The pilot's failure to extend the landing gear prior to landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's diverted attention and not using a checklist.
Nov 30, 2013	Saint Marys, AK	N12373	Fatal (5)	substantial	The pilot's decision to initiate a visual flight rules approach into an area of instrument meteorological conditions at night and the flight coordinat… The pilot's decision to initiate a visual flight rules approach into an area of instrument meteorological conditions at night and the flight coordinators' release of the flight without discussing the risks with the pilot, which resulted in the pilot experiencing a loss of situational awareness and subsequent controlled flight into terrain. Contributing to the accident were the operator's inadequate procedures for operational control and flight release and its inadequate training and oversight of operational control personnel. Also contributing to the accident was the Federal Aviation Administration's failure to hold the operator accountable for correcting known operational deficiencies and ensuring compliance with its operational control procedures.
Nov 30, 2013	Portland, ME	N4478U	Incident	substantial	The failure of the pilot to maintain directional control during landing.
Nov 29, 2013	Florence, OR	N6575X	Incident	substantial	The failure of the hydraulic power pack, which prevented the extension of the landing gear and resulted in a partial gear-up landing.
Nov 29, 2013	Delta, CO	N3087Y	Fatal (1)	destroyed	The student pilot’s decision to attempt flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in a loss of control and ground impact.
Nov 28, 2013	Montrose, PA	N777BK	Minor	substantial	The pilot’s failure to check the fuel tanks for contaminants after fueling, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to water contamination.
Nov 27, 2013	Lake Providence, LA	N21ME	Incident	substantial	The pilot's mismanagement of available fuel and incorrect use of the fuel boost pump which resulted in a total loss of engine power at a low altitude.
Nov 25, 2013	Hopewell, AL	N16078	Incident	substantial	A total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion, which resulted from the pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection and preflight and inflight fuel p… A total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion, which resulted from the pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection and preflight and inflight fuel planning that did not account for increased headwind.

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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