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
Apr 17, 2005 Oakwood, GA N1643F Incident substantial Loss of engine power due to fuel system contamination.
Apr 16, 2005 Collegeville, PA N7653X Incident substantial
The pilot's inadvertent encounter with a downdraft, which resulted in a collision with trees. A factor related to the accident was the downdraft wind…

The pilot's inadvertent encounter with a downdraft, which resulted in a collision with trees. A factor related to the accident was the downdraft wind conditions.

Apr 15, 2005 Prescott, AZ N8324G Incident substantial the pilot's failure to maintain directional control on landing.
Apr 15, 2005 Yakutat, AK N9417G Incident substantial
The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing, which resulted in a nose down, and structural damage to the wing. A factor contributing to t…

The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing, which resulted in a nose down, and structural damage to the wing. A factor contributing to the accident was the soft sand.

Apr 13, 2005 Clear Lake, MN N3622D Incident substantial
The collapse of the nose landing gear as a result of the pilot performing improper maintenance on the airplane due to his failure to properly safety t…

The collapse of the nose landing gear as a result of the pilot performing improper maintenance on the airplane due to his failure to properly safety the nose landing gear door.

Apr 13, 2005 Ocala, FL N463DA Incident substantial The pilot's improper landing flare during an aborted takeoff, which resulted in a hard landing and damage to the airplane.
Apr 13, 2005 Kissimmee, FL N716SD Incident substantial The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing resulting in a hard landing and damage to the airplane.
Apr 12, 2005 Gallup, NM N520ER Incident substantial the pilot's premature liftoff and inadequate remedial action, which resulted in the airplane inadvertently recontacting the runway.
Apr 12, 2005 Roosevelt Roads, PR N1241X Incident
The fracture of multiple compressor turbine blades while the airplane was in a cruise flight configuration resulting in a loss of engine power. Sulph…

The fracture of multiple compressor turbine blades while the airplane was in a cruise flight configuration resulting in a loss of engine power. Sulphidation type corrosion was a factor in failure of the blades.

Apr 10, 2005 Anchorage, AK N9028C Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll, which resulted in an inadvertent ground loop. A factor c…

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll, which resulted in an inadvertent ground loop. A factor contributing to the accident was a tailwind.

Apr 10, 2005 Pikeville, KY N8897V Incident substantial The pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
Apr 09, 2005 Yamhill, OR N8400L Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control while on final approach for landing. A crosswind, a fence post and the pilot's inadequate compensati…

The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control while on final approach for landing. A crosswind, a fence post and the pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition were contributing factors.

Apr 08, 2005 Cortez, CO N92112 Incident substantial
the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during the landing flare. Contributing factors include the pilot's improper in-flight planning/decisi…

the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during the landing flare. Contributing factors include the pilot's improper in-flight planning/decision making, the crosswind and the gusty surface winds.

Apr 08, 2005 Stillwater, OK N68472 Incident substantial The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Apr 08, 2005 Medford, OR N4948Q Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Factors include variable winds that at times were crosswinds.
Apr 08, 2005 Ann Arbor, MI N777UM Incident substantial
The failure of the carburetor nozzle resulting in loss of engine power and the unsuitable terrain encountered during the forced landing. A factor wa…

The failure of the carburetor nozzle resulting in loss of engine power and the unsuitable terrain encountered during the forced landing. A factor was the low altitude.

Apr 07, 2005 Kalamazoo, MI N985BT Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control and the excessive taxispeed.
Apr 06, 2005 West Mifflin, PA N9521F Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during the takeoff. A factor in this accident was the gusty wind conditions.
Apr 05, 2005 Jacksonville, NC N48820 Incident substantial The loss of engine power due to the failure of the carburetor mixture cable which resulted in fuel starvation.
Apr 04, 2005 Lake Havasu Cit, AZ N637SC Incident substantial the fracture of the landing gear shaft roll pin that resulted in a main gear collapse during the taxi.
Apr 04, 2005 Palouse, WA N4784Q Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain terrain clearance during the initial climb after takeoff. A tailwind, hilly terrain and inadequate airspeed were fact…

The pilot's failure to maintain terrain clearance during the initial climb after takeoff. A tailwind, hilly terrain and inadequate airspeed were factors.

Apr 03, 2005 Union City, SC N3064L Incident substantial The pilot's delay in aborting the landing. A contributing factor was the pilot's failure to maintain directional control.
Apr 03, 2005 Stephenville, TX N3889Q Incident substantial The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in a hard landing. A contributing factor was the prevailing crosswind.
Apr 02, 2005 Shawnee, OK N5086Q Incident substantial The pilot's improper landing flare and his inadequate recovery from a bounced landing. A factor was the prevailing crosswind.
Apr 01, 2005 San Jose, CA N4789G Incident substantial the student pilot's misjudged landing flare, which resulted in a hard 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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