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 20, 2005 Anchorage, AK N91399 Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll, which resulted in the airplane encountering a snow berm, and nosing over.…

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll, which resulted in the airplane encountering a snow berm, and nosing over. A factor associated with the accident was the snow berm.

Nov 18, 2005 Kissimmee, FL N5182Z Incident substantial
The pilot's improper flare and remedial action during landing resulting in an in-flight loss of control and subsequent collision with terrain. A rel…

The pilot's improper flare and remedial action during landing resulting in an in-flight loss of control and subsequent collision with terrain. A related factor was the crosswind.

Nov 18, 2005 Woodstock, GA N57N Incident substantial The pilot's excessive braking resulted in a nose over during landing roll.
Nov 18, 2005 Palo Alto, CA N6122A Incident substantial the pilot's misjudged altitude and distance, which resulted in an overrun, and his failure to execute a timely go-around during the approach.
Nov 16, 2005 Salt Lake City, UT N6029N Incident substantial
A loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's improper in-flight decision not to use the before landing checklist. A facto…

A loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's improper in-flight decision not to use the before landing checklist. A factor which contributed to the accident was the improper position of the mixture control.

Nov 16, 2005 Rock Springs, WY N2870Q Incident substantial the loss of engine power for reasons undetermined. Contributing to the accident was the dark night and lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.
Nov 15, 2005 Fergus Falls, MN N5094C Incident substantial The presence of wing ice during landing. Contributing factors were the icing conditions and flight into known adverse weather by the pilot.
Nov 13, 2005 Ramona, CA N23899 Incident substantial the student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing.
Nov 12, 2005 Broomfield, CO N5715B Incident substantial the nose wheel assembly separation for reasons undetermined.
Nov 09, 2005 Arlington, TX N5437J Incident substantial The students improper recovery from a bounced landing. A contributing factor was the pilots excessive airspeed on final approach.
Nov 08, 2005 Lehighton, PA N7684G Incident substantial
The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection, which resulted in a total loss of engine power during takeoff due to fuel contamination, and a subsequent…

The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection, which resulted in a total loss of engine power during takeoff due to fuel contamination, and a subsequent forced landing to a field.

Nov 07, 2005 Perry, GA N3015E Incident substantial
The student pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during a touch-and-go landing on initial takeoff climb, resulting in a hard landing on the departure …

The student pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during a touch-and-go landing on initial takeoff climb, resulting in a hard landing on the departure runway.

Nov 07, 2005 Essequibo Coast, GY 8R-GVL Incident minor Investigation pending
Nov 06, 2005 Sherman, TX N2884E Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff.
Nov 06, 2005 Butler, MO N5784B Incident substantial The damage to the horizontal stabilizer was a result of the inadvertent deployment of the skydiver's reserve parachute.
Nov 05, 2005 Durham, NC N5144L Incident substantial The pilot's improper flare on landing flare touchdown resulting in a hard landing and collapse of the nose gear.
Nov 05, 2005 Monroesville, AL N704VR Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control, which resulted in a loss of control and collision with trees.
Nov 04, 2005 Torrance, CA N182HG Incident substantial the pilot's excessive taxi speed, and his failure to maintain an adequate clearance from objects.
Nov 03, 2005 Timehri, GY 8R-GGW Incident minor Investigation pending
Nov 01, 2005 Daytona Beach, FL N442ER Incident substantial The pilots inadequate landing flare/touchdown which resulted in a hard landing.
Oct 30, 2005 Livermore, CA N51732 Incident substantial substantial damage to the airplane during unknown phase of flight for undetermined reasons.
Oct 29, 2005 Beatty, NV N2876J Incident substantial the pilot's inadequate compensation for gusty wind conditions and failure to maintain directional control of the airplane on the landing roll.
Oct 28, 2005 Titusville, FL N49005 Incident substantial The student pilot's inadequate recovery from a bounced landing resulting in substantial damage to the airplane.
Oct 27, 2005 Manitowish Wate, WI N20KK Incident substantial
The pilot's inadequate preflight planning which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. A factor to the accident was the trees the…

The pilot's inadequate preflight planning which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. A factor to the accident was the trees the airplane impacted during the forced landing.

Oct 26, 2005 BAKER, LA N59051 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain clearance during takeoff roll.
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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