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, 2012 Maryville, TN N1264S Incident substantial
The pilot’s inadequate recovery from a bounced landing and his subsequent delayed decision to perform a go-around, which resulted in the airplane’s fa…

The pilot’s inadequate recovery from a bounced landing and his subsequent delayed decision to perform a go-around, which resulted in the airplane’s failure to clear obstacles.

Oct 15, 2012 Simpson, LA N2126R Fatal (1) substantial The pilot’s loss of airplane control while maneuvering between areas of precipitation during a night cross-country flight.
Oct 11, 2012 Mobile, AL N4939V Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to perform the before landing checklist and extend the landing gear before touchdown. Contributing to the accident was the designa…

The pilot’s failure to perform the before landing checklist and extend the landing gear before touchdown. Contributing to the accident was the designated pilot examiner’s inadequate remedial action.

Oct 09, 2012 Buckland, AK N9575G Incident substantial The pilot's loss of airplane control during final approach in gusty wind conditions.
Oct 08, 2012 Cedar Key, FL N97757 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point, which resulted in a runway excursion.
Oct 08, 2012 Buckland, AK N8808 Incident substantial The pilot's loss of airplane control during takeoff from an off-airport site, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with terrain.
Oct 07, 2012 St Maries, ID N2780X Minor substantial
The total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the engine and airframe did not reveal any…

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

Oct 06, 2012 Izmir, TU TC-CBI Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Oct 06, 2012 Outjo, WA V5-YUL Incident Investigation pending
Oct 02, 2012 Burlington, VT N8025M Incident substantial
The collapse of the left main landing gear due to a failure of the left main gear bellcrank pin for reasons that could not be determined because the p…

The collapse of the left main landing gear due to a failure of the left main gear bellcrank pin for reasons that could not be determined because the pieces of the fractured bellcrank pin were not located.

Oct 01, 2012 Port Lions, AK N2028G Incident substantial The pilot's decision to take off with ice- and snow-contaminated wings.
Sep 30, 2012 Innsbruck, AU N738W Fatal (6) destroyed Investigation pending
Sep 30, 2012 Tiskilwa, IL N82GS Minor substantial The pilot’s loss of control while preforming a short field takeoff.
Sep 29, 2012 Eugene, OR N95840 Minor substantial
A total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion during cruise flight for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did…

A total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion during cruise flight for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have resulted in the loss of engine power.

Sep 29, 2012 Selma, AL N1537T Incident substantial
The pilot’s improper fuel management, which resulted in a total loss of engine power on the right engine and a partial loss of engine power on the lef…

The pilot’s improper fuel management, which resulted in a total loss of engine power on the right engine and a partial loss of engine power on the left engine due to fuel starvation.

Sep 29, 2012 Fredericksburg, VA N66246 Fatal (2) substantial The pilot's failure to maintain airplane control during initial climb. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's impairment due to alcohol.
Sep 29, 2012 Huntington, UT N3115D Incident substantial The pilot's inadvertent encounter with a gust front during the takeoff roll, which resulted in loss of control of the airplane.
Sep 26, 2012 Statesboro, GA N127AR Incident substantial The pilot’s inadequate flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
Sep 25, 2012 St Johns, AZ N5892E Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing in gusty crosswind conditions.
Sep 25, 2012 Richmond, KY N53720 Incident substantial The student pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing, and the flight instructor's inadequate supervision of the student.
Sep 25, 2012 Spearfish, SD N6979E Incident substantial The pilot's delayed decision to abandon the landing attempt, which resulted in the airplane colliding with rising terrain.
Sep 24, 2012 Roraima, BR PT-KSB Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Sep 23, 2012 Atlantic Ocean, AO N8059X Fatal (1) substantial The pilot’s suicidal act.
Sep 23, 2012 Fort Thomas, KY N735FJ Minor substantial
The pilot’s failure to periodically add engine power during an extended descent in carburetor icing conditions, which resulted in insufficient carbure…

The pilot’s failure to periodically add engine power during an extended descent in carburetor icing conditions, which resulted in insufficient carburetor heat, the gradual build-up of carburetor ice, and the subsequent loss of engine power.

Sep 22, 2012 Land O'Lakes, FL N21750 Fatal (1) substantial The pilot’s decision to continue the cross-country flight while fatigued, which resulted in him falling asleep during the initial descent for landing.
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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