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 30, 2018 Apalachicola, FL N3995Y Fatal (1) destroyed The pilot's controlled flight into terrain as a result of his spatial disorientation during departure in dark nighttime conditions.
Nov 30, 2018 São Paulo, BR PR-JEE Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Nov 26, 2018 Jequitaí County, BR PP-OEG Fatal (4) destroyed Investigation pending
Nov 23, 2018 Chemajenjera Hill, ZI Z-BRS Fatal (5) destroyed Investigation pending
Nov 21, 2018 Puente Alto, OF CC-CXS Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Nov 19, 2018 Denizli, TU TC-JZC Fatal (2) substantial Investigation pending
Nov 18, 2018 Harmon, ND N441CX Fatal (3) destroyed
The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane in dark night conditions that resulted in an in-flight positive overload failure of the wings …

The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane in dark night conditions that resulted in an in-flight positive overload failure of the wings and the subsequent in-flight breakup of the airplane.

Nov 16, 2018 Redding, CA N2629R Fatal (2) substantial The pilot's spatial disorientation and subsequent loss of control after takeoff in dark night instrument meteorological conditions.
Nov 12, 2018 Tampico, MX XB-ILM Fatal substantial Investigation pending
Nov 09, 2018 Walton, NY N5044J Fatal (1) destroyed
An in-flight fire of undetermined origin. Contributing to the accident were the severe icing conditions encountered during the final minutes of the fl…

An in-flight fire of undetermined origin. Contributing to the accident were the severe icing conditions encountered during the final minutes of the flight, which led to a loss of airplane control.

Nov 04, 2018 Woodstock, GA N3515J Fatal (1) substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during the initial climb in gusting wind conditions, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and loss of contr…

The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during the initial climb in gusting wind conditions, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and loss of control. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of recent flight experience.

Nov 02, 2018 Bradley, SD N81KD Fatal (1) destroyed
The non-instrument-rated pilot's improper decision to conduct a flight in which instrument meteorological conditions existed along the route of flight…

The non-instrument-rated pilot's improper decision to conduct a flight in which instrument meteorological conditions existed along the route of flight, which resulted in spatial disorientation and a loss of airplane control.

Oct 30, 2018 Manavgat, TU TC-KIM Fatal (2) substantial Investigation pending
Oct 16, 2018 Canoncito, NM N9326G Fatal (2) substantial
The partial loss of engine power due to induction system icing. Contributing to the accident was the fractured carburetor heat control cable, which re…

The partial loss of engine power due to induction system icing. Contributing to the accident was the fractured carburetor heat control cable, which rendered the carburetor heat inoperative.

Oct 16, 2018 La Paz, MX XB-ODX Fatal (2) Investigation pending
Oct 14, 2018 Payson, AZ N433CS Fatal (2) destroyed
The pilot's exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack while maneuvering for landing, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall/spin and a sub…

The pilot's exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack while maneuvering for landing, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall/spin and a subsequent loss of control.

Oct 14, 2018 Wasserkuppe, GE D-EFJX Fatal substantial Investigation pending
Oct 11, 2018 East Yorkshire, UK G-BGSV Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Oct 08, 2018 Midrand, SF ZS-PZT Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Oct 01, 2018 Yécora, MX N8388Z Fatal (3) substantial Investigation pending
Sep 30, 2018 La Verne, CA N46321 Fatal (1) substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed and the exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack during a turn, which resulted in an ae…

The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed and the exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack during a turn, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and subsequent loss of control. Contributing to the accident was an undetermined engine anomaly.

Sep 30, 2018 Silver City, ID N732MV Fatal (3) destroyed
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed and his exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack while making a turn in gusting wind co…

The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed and his exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack while making a turn in gusting wind conditions while flying through hilly terrain, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.

Sep 27, 2018 Narita, JA VH-FAY Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Sep 24, 2018 Rainy Pass, AK N1738R Fatal (1) destroyed
The pilot's improper decision to continue the flight in deteriorating weather conditions, which resulted in an inadvertent entry into a box canyon and…

The pilot's improper decision to continue the flight in deteriorating weather conditions, which resulted in an inadvertent entry into a box canyon and subsequent controlled flight into mountainous terrain.

Sep 21, 2018 Festus, MO N7152S Fatal (2) substantial
A total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion and the pilot's subsequent exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack, which resulted i…

A total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion and the pilot's subsequent exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to initiate and continue the flight into dark night conditions with a known electrical problem.

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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