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
Jul 09, 2006	Grand Rapids, MN	N736VM	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the landing. A factor associated with the accident was the gusty tailwind that prevail… The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the landing. A factor associated with the accident was the gusty tailwind that prevailed.
Jul 08, 2006	Waterford, OH	N7805G	Incident	substantial	The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing. The runway's downhill slope, the wet grass, the fence, and the embankment were factors.
Jul 08, 2006	Birmingham, AL	N3479S	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during final approach resulting in a stall/mush and a hard landing.
Jul 07, 2006	Denver City, TX	N9419X	Incident	substantial	The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
Jul 07, 2006	Downsville, TX	N9260C	Incident	substantial	The malfunction in the braking system which caused the parking brake to engage and lock the right main wheel resulting in a loss of directional contro… The malfunction in the braking system which caused the parking brake to engage and lock the right main wheel resulting in a loss of directional control.
Jul 06, 2006	Saratoga, WY	N542EZ	Incident	substantial	the pilot's failure to maintain direction control during the takeoff roll.
Jul 05, 2006	Novato, CA	N12PF	Incident	substantial	The failure of the left main landing gear to extend for undetermined reasons.
Jul 05, 2006	San Antonio, TX	N2745F	Incident	substantial	The collapse of the left main landing gear as result of the failure of the gear pivot bolt for undetermined reasons.
Jul 03, 2006	Great Falls, MT	N6857D	Incident	substantial	The pilot's loss of aircraft control during the takeoff roll, and the subsequent inadvertent ground loop.
Jul 02, 2006	Anchorage, AK	N2868K	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll, which resulted in the left wing striking the ground and a… The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll, which resulted in the left wing striking the ground and a runway edge light. Factors contributing to the accident were the pilot's inadvertent application of the right brake, and an inadvertent ground loop.
Jun 28, 2006	Olympia, WA	N30328	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadequate recovery from a bounced landing which resulted in a hard landing.
Jun 27, 2006	Santa Maria, CA	N562H	Incident	substantial	the pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Jun 27, 2006	Indianapolis, IN	N3366J	Incident	substantial	The pilot intentionally leaving the airplane unoccupied during the engine start and the failure of the tail tie-down, which ultimately resulted in the… The pilot intentionally leaving the airplane unoccupied during the engine start and the failure of the tail tie-down, which ultimately resulted in the unoccupied airplane becoming airborne.
Jun 27, 2006	ELDORADO, TX	N5424X	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during an emergency simulation resulting in a hard landing. A contributing factor was the flight instructor'… The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during an emergency simulation resulting in a hard landing. A contributing factor was the flight instructor's delayed remedial action.
Jun 25, 2006	Center Island, WA	N2476Q	Incident	substantial	Distance/speed misjudged by the pilot during landing. Rough uneven terrain was a factor.
Jun 25, 2006	Hayward, CA	N761GW	Incident	substantial	A loss of power for undetermined reasons.
Jun 22, 2006	Concord, CA	N5534M	Incident	substantial	the student pilot's unstabilized approach, misjudged landing flare, inadequate recovery from a bounced landing, and failure to maintain directional co… the student pilot's unstabilized approach, misjudged landing flare, inadequate recovery from a bounced landing, and failure to maintain directional control. A contributing factor to the accident was the in-flight distraction.
Jun 22, 2006	Lebanon, TN	N6124T	Incident	substantial	Improper maintenance by other maintenance personnel resulting in the puncture of the landing gear hydraulic down line and the failure of the main land… Improper maintenance by other maintenance personnel resulting in the puncture of the landing gear hydraulic down line and the failure of the main landing gear to extended on landing.
Jun 21, 2006	White Plains, NY	N968SP	Incident	substantial	The pilot's misjudged speed/distance which resulted in an overrun.
Jun 21, 2006	Fairbanks, AK	N91510	Incident	substantial	The pilot's misjudgment of distance/speed during the takeoff run, which resulted in an on ground collision with terrain. Factors associated with the … The pilot's misjudgment of distance/speed during the takeoff run, which resulted in an on ground collision with terrain. Factors associated with the accident are the pilot's failure to abort the takeoff, and his overloading of the airplane.
Jun 20, 2006	Coupland, TX	N42656	Incident	substantial	The pilot's disorientation. Contributing factors were the prevailing night light condition and the inoperative landing light.
Jun 19, 2006	Cooperstown, ND	N9073G	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions which resulted in a loss of directional control while landing. Factors associated with th… The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions which resulted in a loss of directional control while landing. Factors associated with the accident were the crosswind condition, the high vegetation which the airplane contacted, and the high density altitude.
Jun 18, 2006	Great Falls, MT	N2251C	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to adequately compensate for wind conditions. A crosswind was a factor.
Jun 18, 2006	Dillingham, AK	N2217T	Incident	substantial	The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff, which resulted in the airplane's tailwheel snagging a rope during the takeoff run, and subseq… The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff, which resulted in the airplane's tailwheel snagging a rope during the takeoff run, and subsequent in-flight collision with terrain. A factor contributing to the accident was a rope that was positioned across the departure path.
Jun 17, 2006	Redwood City, CA	N35058	Incident	substantial	A collision with water for undetermined reasons.

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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