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
Feb 17, 2013 Akron, CO N6199E Minor destroyed The pilot’s physical impairment due to alcohol intoxication, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall during landing.
Feb 17, 2013 Casper, WY N4941J Incident substantial The separation of the right main gear bracket assembly from its wing attachment fitting due to lack of lubrication of the torque tube bearing.
Feb 17, 2013 Austin, TX N4426C Incident substantial
The pilot's use of an excessive taxi speed, which resulted in the airplane overrunning the end of the unlit taxiway after the failure of the right win…

The pilot's use of an excessive taxi speed, which resulted in the airplane overrunning the end of the unlit taxiway after the failure of the right wing landing light.

Feb 17, 2013 Elcho, WI N30227 Minor substantial The pilot's inadequate preflight and in-flight fuel management, which led to a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Feb 15, 2013 Murphysboro, IL N95670 Incident substantial An inadvertent encounter with birds while on the downwind leg in the traffic pattern.
Feb 14, 2013 Yeehaw Junction, FL N104DR Fatal (3) substantial
The noninstrument-rated pilot's improper decision to continue visual flight rules flight into instrument meteorological conditions and his subsequent …

The noninstrument-rated pilot's improper decision to continue visual flight rules flight into instrument meteorological conditions and his subsequent spatial disorientation. Contributing to the accident was the copilot's improper evaluation of the weather conditions after receiving several weather briefings for the flight. Also contributing to the accident was the pilot-in-command's cognitive and psychomotor impairment due to recent use of an overthecounter sedating antihistamine and the pilots' personal pressure to get home.

Feb 13, 2013 New Smyrna Beach, FL N2576S Fatal (1) destroyed
Maintenance personnel's failure to follow procedures and published directives in calibrating the continuous flow fuel system and failure to accurately…

Maintenance personnel's failure to follow procedures and published directives in calibrating the continuous flow fuel system and failure to accurately diagnose debris in the throttle assembly, resulting in a loss of power in one engine. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to comply with published engine out procedures, which resulted in an off-airport landing and subsequent impact with a tree and the ground.

Feb 13, 2013 Sabinal, TX N7824G Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to properly identify the airstrip, which resulted in him landing the airplane off of the airstrip in soft soil causing the nose ov…

The pilot’s failure to properly identify the airstrip, which resulted in him landing the airplane off of the airstrip in soft soil causing the nose over.

Feb 12, 2013 Jenison, MI N12989 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing on an ice- and snow-covered runway in crosswind conditions.
Feb 12, 2013 Mersin, TU TC-CDA Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Feb 10, 2013 Waskada, CA C-FWUX Fatal (4) substantial Investigation pending
Feb 09, 2013 Charloeri, BE N240PW Fatal (5) destroyed Investigation pending
Feb 08, 2013 Tucson, AZ N89059 Fatal (1) substantial The pilot's incapacitation due to his preexisting cardiac disease, which resulted in his degraded or complete loss of ability to control the airplane.
Feb 08, 2013 Herington, KS N88NG Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed during the approach, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
Feb 08, 2013 La Matanza, AR LV-GEU Fatal (4) substantial Investigation pending
Feb 07, 2013 Minden, NV N328SP Fatal (1) destroyed The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control while maneuvering over mountainous terrain.
Feb 07, 2013 Idabel, OK N7974G Incident substantial The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion.
Feb 06, 2013 Sunburst, MT N2619D Incident substantial The pilot's failure to compensate for the strong, gusting wind conditions, which resulted in a loss of airplane control during takeoff.
Feb 05, 2013 Kalskag, AK N5290J Serious (1) substantial
The pilot’s decision to take off into deteriorating weather conditions, which resulted in a loss of visual reference and the subsequent controlled fli…

The pilot’s decision to take off into deteriorating weather conditions, which resulted in a loss of visual reference and the subsequent controlled flight into terrain. Contributing to the severity of the rear seat passenger’s injuries was the incorrect installation of the rear seat belts.

Feb 03, 2013 Boise, ID N8465L Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain a proper glidepath and stabilized approach, which resulted in the airplane touching down short of the runway.
Feb 02, 2013 Wilcox, AZ N1421V Incident substantial
The loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any abnormalities that would have pr…

The loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any abnormalities that would have precluded normal operation.

Feb 02, 2013 Camarillo, CA N342FS Incident substantial
A tailwheel vibration upon touchdown and the subsequent loss of directional control for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident exam…

A tailwheel vibration upon touchdown and the subsequent loss of directional control for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination revealed no mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.

Feb 02, 2013 Wellsville, UT N8125T Incident substantial A loss of engine power during cruise flight due to carburetor ice.
Feb 01, 2013 Murphysboro, IL N546A Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during the takeoff roll.
Jan 27, 2013 Atwater, CA N68757 Incident substantial
The student pilot's inadequate flight planning, which resulted in his getting lost and not being able to return to the airport before the fuel was exh…

The student pilot's inadequate flight planning, which resulted in his getting lost and not being able to return to the airport before the fuel was exhausted and the engine lost power.

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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