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
Oct 16, 2024 East Ellijay, GA N1242M Minor substantial The pilot’s inadequate compensation for winds during landing., which resulted in a loss of control and an aerodynamic stall.
Oct 14, 2024 Savannah, GA N336LV Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Oct 13, 2024 Creswell, OR N35281 Incident substantial The pilot’s loss of aircraft control during the landing flare and subsequent aborted landing.
Oct 13, 2024 Owinza, ID N9493C Minor unk The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from the water during a low pass over a lake.
Oct 12, 2024 South Charleston, WV N1131M Serious (2) substantial The pilot’s decision to continue landing after encountering a strong tailwind, which resulted in a loss of control and subsequent runway excursion.
Oct 12, 2024 Rio de Janeiro, OF PT-FEL Incident substantial Investigation pending
Oct 12, 2024 Seattle, WA N185WK Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing roll with a crosswind.
Oct 08, 2024 Barinas, OF YV1993 Minor destroyed Investigation pending
Oct 08, 2024 Louisville, KY N640MG Incident substantial
The pilot’s improper landing flare and control inputs, which resulted in a hard landing. Contributing was the flight instructor’s delayed remedial act…

The pilot’s improper landing flare and control inputs, which resulted in a hard landing. Contributing was the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action.

Oct 07, 2024 El Monte, CA N7869G Incident substantial A total loss of engine power due to contaminated fuel.
Oct 06, 2024 Venator, OR N7847C Incident substantial The inadvertent application of brakes during landing that resulted in a ground loop.
Oct 06, 2024 Ejido de Treinta y Tres, UY CX-PAF Incident unk Investigation pending
Oct 05, 2024 Big Lake, AK N4631U Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Oct 04, 2024 Skwentna, AK N3495L Incident substantial
The pilot’s delayed go-around decision, which resulted in inadvertent contact with the landing surface, loss of directional control, and a nose over i…

The pilot’s delayed go-around decision, which resulted in inadvertent contact with the landing surface, loss of directional control, and a nose over in gusting wind conditions.

Oct 03, 2024 Sector Payo, OF HCBRN Incident minor Investigation pending
Oct 03, 2024 Les Cayes, OF N404EC Fatal (3) substantial Investigation pending
Oct 01, 2024 Englewood, CO N756JY Incident substantial The collapse of the right main landing gear during landing rollout.
Sep 29, 2024 Brunswick, GA N70FC Incident
The flight crew’s failure to properly identify the airport and runway of intended landing, and the lack of verification of their airplane’s position u…

The flight crew’s failure to properly identify the airport and runway of intended landing, and the lack of verification of their airplane’s position using all available navigation information.

Sep 27, 2024 Bryan, TX N205CT Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain aircraft control during the landing.
Sep 26, 2024 CUIABÁ - MATO GROSSO, OF PP-JON Minor substantial Investigation pending
Sep 26, 2024 Kooskia, ID N54829 Serious (1) substantial
The pilot’s decision to descend into a canyon that exceeded the performance capabilities of the airplane, which resulted in an impact with trees and …

The pilot’s decision to descend into a canyon that exceeded the performance capabilities of the airplane, which resulted in an impact with trees and terrain.

Sep 24, 2024 Chalkyitsik, AK N8255Q Fatal (1) substantial
A loss of engine power due to water-contaminated fuel as a result of the pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection. Contributing to the accident was the…

A loss of engine power due to water-contaminated fuel as a result of the pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection. Contributing to the accident was the operator’s failure to ensure replacement filters were available for use during refueling operations.

Sep 22, 2024 Erie, PA N61232 Incident substantial
The student pilot’s improper landing flare and subsequent improper recovery from a bounced landing and the flight instructor’s inadequate remedial act…

The student pilot’s improper landing flare and subsequent improper recovery from a bounced landing and the flight instructor’s inadequate remedial action.

Sep 22, 2024 Redlands, CA N177SX Minor substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during final approach, which resulted in a collision with rocky terrain.
Sep 21, 2024 Seattle, WA N513WF Incident minor The Gulfstream pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from the Cessna while taxiing that resulted in a ground collision.
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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