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 16, 2006 Leesburg, FL N737TR Incident substantial The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll resulting in collision with a taxiway sign.
Mar 16, 2006 Sandpoint, ID N9971T Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from an object (snow blowing equipment) while taxiing. The snow blowing equipment, and the pilot's failure …

The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from an object (snow blowing equipment) while taxiing. The snow blowing equipment, and the pilot's failure to adequately maneuver the aircraft around snow berms were factors.

Mar 15, 2006 Houston, TX N97881 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while taxiing. A contributing factor was the gusty winds.
Mar 11, 2006 Mesa, AZ N89166 Incident substantial the pilot's improper use of the flight controls during landing, which resulted in a nose over.
Mar 06, 2006 Atlantic City, NJ N680SP Incident substantial The pilot's failure to obtain a proper touchdown point, which resulted in an overrun of the runway.
Mar 06, 2006 Ely, NV N120KM Incident substantial
The pilot's inadequate compensation for a quartering tailwind while taxiing, which resulted in a loss of control and an on ground encounter with terra…

The pilot's inadequate compensation for a quartering tailwind while taxiing, which resulted in a loss of control and an on ground encounter with terrain. A factor in the accident was the quartering crosswind.

Mar 04, 2006 Gilliam, LA N8519T Incident substantial
The loss of engine power due to carburetor ice. Contributing factors were the pilot's failure to use carburetor heat and the lack of suitable terrain…

The loss of engine power due to carburetor ice. Contributing factors were the pilot's failure to use carburetor heat and the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.

Feb 26, 2006 Blue Bell, PA N123GT Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the landing flare, which resulted in the right wing contacting the runway. A factor wa…

The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the landing flare, which resulted in the right wing contacting the runway. A factor was the crosswind.

Feb 25, 2006 Sedona, AZ N64423 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain an adequate clearance from obstructions and diverted attention while taxiing.
Feb 23, 2006 Long Island, NC N3803Q Incident substantial
The student pilot's failure to achieve the proper touch down point on landing resulting in an overrun, on-ground collision with a ditch, and subsequen…

The student pilot's failure to achieve the proper touch down point on landing resulting in an overrun, on-ground collision with a ditch, and subsequent nose over. A factor in the accident was the inadequate supervision of the student pilot by the flight instructor.

Feb 23, 2006 Hillsboro, OR N11568 Incident substantial The student pilot's delayed use of carburetor heat in carburetor icing conditions while maneuvering. Soft terrain was a factor.
Feb 18, 2006 Indianapolis, IN N98507 Incident substantial
The main landing gear malfunctioned and failed to extend during the landing approach for an undetermined reason, which resulted in a main gear up land…

The main landing gear malfunctioned and failed to extend during the landing approach for an undetermined reason, which resulted in a main gear up landing.

Feb 18, 2006 Carefree, AZ N29377 Incident substantial fuel exhaustion due to the pilot's inaccurate fuel consumption calculations and his failure to refuel the airplane prior to the accident flight.
Feb 17, 2006 Prescott, AZ N13514 Incident substantial the pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind conditions and his failure to maintain directional control.
Feb 16, 2006 Tampa, FL N701TF Incident substantial
Failure of both the left main and auxiliary brake lines due to fatigue cracking, rendering directional control impossible. A contributing factor in t…

Failure of both the left main and auxiliary brake lines due to fatigue cracking, rendering directional control impossible. A contributing factor in this accident was the airport sign concrete pad.

Feb 15, 2006 Augusta, ME N47105 Incident substantial The pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
Feb 14, 2006 Murrieta, CA N80859 Incident substantial a partial loss of engine power resulting from the student pilot's mismanagement of the mixture control.
Feb 12, 2006 New Hudson, MI N222UN Incident substantial
The solo student pilot's failure to properly compensate for the crosswind, resulting in his failure to maintain directional control during landing. F…

The solo student pilot's failure to properly compensate for the crosswind, resulting in his failure to maintain directional control during landing. Factors were the crosswind and the snow bank.

Feb 12, 2006 Fort Pierce, FL N501DR Incident substantial
mechanical binding of the normal brake system, rendering directional control impossible. Contributing factors were the improper overhaul, inadequate …

mechanical binding of the normal brake system, rendering directional control impossible. Contributing factors were the improper overhaul, inadequate quality control procedures by the overhaul facility, and the rough terrain.

Feb 11, 2006 Essex, NY N180HJS Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to abort the takeoff in a timely manner. Factors included a partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons and an undefine…

The pilot's failure to abort the takeoff in a timely manner. Factors included a partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons and an undefined go, no-go point.

Feb 11, 2006 Sarasota, FL N6504P Incident substantial The collapse of the nose landing gear for undetermined reasons.
Feb 11, 2006 Sacramento, CA N739GY Incident substantial the failure of the pilot of the other airplane to maintain an adequate clearance from obstacles while taxiing.
Feb 04, 2006 Black Canyon, AZ N5421B Incident destroyed the pilot's encounter with downdraft at low altitude on short final approach to land.
Feb 03, 2006 Bullhead City, AZ N88AA Incident substantial
overload of the nose landing gear actuator attach bracket resulting in collapse of the nose gear while taxiing. It is undetermined when and under wha…

overload of the nose landing gear actuator attach bracket resulting in collapse of the nose gear while taxiing. It is undetermined when and under what circumstances the overload occurred.

Feb 02, 2006 Birmingham, AL N902NS Incident substantial
An in-flight collision with a deer during a go around, which resulted in damage to the left main landing gear and subsequent collapse of the left main…

An in-flight collision with a deer during a go around, which resulted in damage to the left main landing gear and subsequent collapse of the left main landing gear.

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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