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
Aug 20, 2006 San Angelo, TX N6602C Incident substantial The failure of the landing gear to extend as result of a frayed electrical wire.
Aug 20, 2006 San Carlos, CA N2526S Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition and failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
Aug 19, 2006 Chester, SC N51887 Incident substantial
The CFI's failure to initiate a go-around when he noticed the flight was high and fast during the approach resulting in the flight landing long, overr…

The CFI's failure to initiate a go-around when he noticed the flight was high and fast during the approach resulting in the flight landing long, overrunning the runway, and colliding with trees. Factors in the accident were a tail wind and a wet runway.

Aug 18, 2006 Rolla, ND N9224R Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from terrain during the aerial-application flight, and the loss of engine power due to the overstress failur…

The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from terrain during the aerial-application flight, and the loss of engine power due to the overstress failure of the engine crankshaft sustained during ground impact. Contributing to the accident was the low-altitude at which the flight was being operated and the wheat crop the airplane encountered during the forced landing.

Aug 17, 2006 Fort Myers, FL N250CS Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain control during the landing rollout during gusting wind conditions, which resulted in the airplane veering off the runw…

The pilot's failure to maintain control during the landing rollout during gusting wind conditions, which resulted in the airplane veering off the runway.

Aug 14, 2006 Crystal River, FL N7255G Incident substantial The student pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing.
Aug 13, 2006 Bunn, NC N6882G Incident substantial
The pilot's improper preflight inspection resulting in a total loss of engine power due to water ingestion, a forced landing to none suitable soft gro…

The pilot's improper preflight inspection resulting in a total loss of engine power due to water ingestion, a forced landing to none suitable soft ground, and a nose over.

Aug 12, 2006 Palatka, FL N2469U Incident substantial
The student's failure to maintain adequate airspeed to preclude a stall while maneuvering over the runway, and the instructor's inadequate supervision…

The student's failure to maintain adequate airspeed to preclude a stall while maneuvering over the runway, and the instructor's inadequate supervision of the student pilot, which resulted in a collision with the runway. A factor in the accident was an inadvertent stall.

Aug 12, 2006 Jamestown, ND N17015 Incident substantial
The pilot's inadequate preflight planning resulted in the pilot not attaining the proper takeoff climb and failure to maintain terrain clearance. Con…

The pilot's inadequate preflight planning resulted in the pilot not attaining the proper takeoff climb and failure to maintain terrain clearance. Contributing factors included the transmission wires, the row of trees, and the field of corn.

Aug 05, 2006 Windsor, NH N73672 Incident substantial
The pilot's delay in aborting the takeoff, which resulted in an overrun and subsequent collision with trees. A factor in the accident was the tailwind…

The pilot's delay in aborting the takeoff, which resulted in an overrun and subsequent collision with trees. A factor in the accident was the tailwind.

Aug 04, 2006 Roset, WY N3344Y Incident substantial an inadvertent pilot-induced porpoise and his improper remedial action. A contributing factor was the wind gust.
Aug 03, 2006 Belgrade, MT N7955V Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing.
Aug 03, 2006 Augusta, GA N20965 Incident substantial The pilot's improper flare on landing with excessive altitude resulting in a hard landing.
Aug 03, 2006 San Andreas, CA N12626 Incident substantial
the student pilot's improper soft-field takeoff technique and failure to obtain and maintain an adequate airspeed, which resulted in a stall mush. Th…

the student pilot's improper soft-field takeoff technique and failure to obtain and maintain an adequate airspeed, which resulted in a stall mush. The certificated flight instructor's inadequate supervision of the maneuver was also causal.

Aug 03, 2006 Thomson, GA N124CK Incident substantial The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll resulting in an on-ground collision with an embankment.
Aug 02, 2006 Elk City, ID N3239D Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control, which resulted in a ground loop during the landing roll.
Jul 31, 2006 Anchorage, AK N738LJ Incident substantial
The possible loss of engine power during takeoff/initial climb for an unknown reason, which resulted in a forced landing in rough terrain and a nose o…

The possible loss of engine power during takeoff/initial climb for an unknown reason, which resulted in a forced landing in rough terrain and a nose over.

Jul 30, 2006 Hailey, ID N42401 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to adequately compensate for wind conditions.
Jul 30, 2006 Hailey, ID N89SJ Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during taxi, which resulted in a nose over. A factor was the wind gust condition.
Jul 30, 2006 Ashland, KY N1981V Incident substantial
The pilot's improper fuel tank selection, which resulted in fuel starvation and a subsequent loss of engine power. A factor in the accident was the tr…

The pilot's improper fuel tank selection, which resulted in fuel starvation and a subsequent loss of engine power. A factor in the accident was the trees.

Jul 30, 2006 Chisholm, MN N3336T Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind condition. A factor associated with the accident was the gusty wind condition.
Jul 29, 2006 American Falls, ID N8707U Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain an airspeed above stall speed. Factors include his improper decision to takeoff with a tailwind, and the effects of th…

The pilot's failure to maintain an airspeed above stall speed. Factors include his improper decision to takeoff with a tailwind, and the effects of the tailwind upon the aircraft's takeoff performance.

Jul 29, 2006 Ontario, CA N805PR Incident substantial the pilot's inadvertent retraction of the landing gear during the landing roll.
Jul 29, 2006 Poughkeepsie, NY N97650 Incident substantial The student pilot's improper flare and failure to recover from a bounced landing, which resulted in a hard landing.
Jul 29, 2006 Riceboro, GA N415GA Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to achieve the proper takeoff distance on a short water runway resulting in an in-flight collision with a berm and a marshy area o…

The pilot's failure to achieve the proper takeoff distance on a short water runway resulting in an in-flight collision with a berm and a marshy area on initial takeoff climb.

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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