Cessna Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 28016 events recorded from 1974 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 13, 2016 | California City, CA | N9370C | Minor | substantial |
A directional upset on landing due to a thermally induced atmospheric disturbance, which the pilot was unable to successfully counter due to improperl…A directional upset on landing due to a thermally induced atmospheric disturbance, which the pilot was unable to successfully counter due to improperly set rudder travel limits. |
| May 12, 2016 | Acampo, CA | N1114A | Minor | substantial |
A total loss of engine power due to a fatigue fracture of the fuel pressure line that connected the fuel control unit and the fuel flow transducer due…A total loss of engine power due to a fatigue fracture of the fuel pressure line that connected the fuel control unit and the fuel flow transducer due to vibration as the result of a fatigue fracture of an associated support clamp. Contributing to the accident was the mechanic’s inadequate inspection of the fuel line support clamp during the previous replacement of the fuel line. |
| Apr 26, 2016 | Foley, AL | N3372Q | Minor | destroyed |
The pilot's failure to obtain proper takeoff speed before breaking ground, which resulted in the airplane’s failure to gain altitude and a collision w…The pilot's failure to obtain proper takeoff speed before breaking ground, which resulted in the airplane’s failure to gain altitude and a collision with trees and terrain. |
| Apr 23, 2016 | Brimfield, IL | N7614X | Minor | substantial |
A loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined, as postaccident examination of the engine did not reveal any anomalies that would hav…A loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined, as postaccident examination of the engine did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation. |
| Apr 19, 2016 | Selma, CA | N9909B | Minor | substantial | The total loss of engine power due to carburetor icing, which resulted from the flight instructor's failure to use carburetor heat during the descent. |
| Apr 14, 2016 | Moorestown, MI | N958HP | Minor | substantial | An in-flight bird strike, which resulted in wind screen damage. |
| Apr 14, 2016 | Wartburg, TN | N6792E | Minor | substantial | Catastrophic engine failure due to a fatigue fracture of the No. 6 connecting rod cap. |
| Mar 26, 2016 | Del Rio, TX | N9659B | Minor | substantial | The pilot’s loss of directional control while departing with a gusting tailwind. |
| Feb 28, 2016 | Gainesville, FL | N2861R | Minor | substantial |
The failure of the engine crankshaft near the Nos. 4 and 5 crankshaft journals due to oil starvation. The reason for the oil starvation could not be d…The failure of the engine crankshaft near the Nos. 4 and 5 crankshaft journals due to oil starvation. The reason for the oil starvation could not be determined during postaccident examination. |
| Feb 24, 2016 | Pembroke Pines, FL | N6449P | Minor | substantial | The loss of engine power while on approach for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence. |
| Feb 11, 2016 | Hudson Oaks, TX | N182SD | Minor | substantial |
The pilot's decision to continue the high approach, resulting in excessive speed during the landing roll, a loss of directional control, runway excurs…The pilot's decision to continue the high approach, resulting in excessive speed during the landing roll, a loss of directional control, runway excursion, and nose over. |
| Feb 08, 2016 | Billings, MT | N562H | Minor | substantial |
The pilot’s failure to attain a proper flare during landing in gusting wind conditions and low-level wind shear, which resulted in a hard landing and …The pilot’s failure to attain a proper flare during landing in gusting wind conditions and low-level wind shear, which resulted in a hard landing and a subsequent loss of directional control. |
| Feb 02, 2016 | Park Valley, UT | N8340Z | Minor | substantial |
The pilot's decision to drag the left main landing gear on a snow covered dry lake bed, which resulted in a loss of directional control and a nose ove…The pilot's decision to drag the left main landing gear on a snow covered dry lake bed, which resulted in a loss of directional control and a nose over during an aborted landing. |
| Jan 15, 2016 | Hooper Bay, AK | N104AN | Minor | substantial | The pilot's failure to identify the runway, resulting in the airplane touching down a few feet to the right of the runway. |
| Dec 10, 2015 | Abilene, TX | N9868Q | Minor | substantial |
The student pilot's abrupt control inputs during the flare, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall. Contributing to the accident was the flight instru…The student pilot's abrupt control inputs during the flare, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor's lack of over sight and delayed reaction while landing. |
| Nov 29, 2015 | Avalon, CA | N99210 | Minor | substantial | The pilot's delay in aborting the landing, resulting in a runway overrun and nose over. |
| Nov 24, 2015 | Sulphur, LA | N5312G | Minor | substantial | The loss of engine power due to water and contaminants in the carburetor, which resulted in a forced landing to a wet field. |
| Nov 08, 2015 | San Jose, CA | N21679 | Minor | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll at night, which resulted in a runway excursion. |
| Oct 18, 2015 | Campobello, SC | N6636A | Minor | substantial | The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection of the fuel system, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to water contamination. |
| Sep 27, 2015 | Sarasota, FL | N622PG | Minor | substantial |
The pilot’s failure to attain the proper touchdown point and to adequately slow the airplane within the available runway, which resulted in a runway o…The pilot’s failure to attain the proper touchdown point and to adequately slow the airplane within the available runway, which resulted in a runway overrun. |
| Sep 24, 2015 | Arctic Village, AK | N2528C | Minor | substantial | The pilot exceeded the critical angle of attack during takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and a collision with terrain. |
| Sep 23, 2015 | Merritt Island, FL | N3484V | Minor | substantial | The pilot's excessive braking during the landing roll, resulting in a nose over. |
| Sep 21, 2015 | Idaho Falls, ID | N7269T | Minor | minor |
An in-flight fire during initial climb due to the separation of the engine's turbocharger wastegate overboard exhaust tailpipe. Contributing to the ac…An in-flight fire during initial climb due to the separation of the engine's turbocharger wastegate overboard exhaust tailpipe. Contributing to the accident was the owner's decision to not comply with a service bulletin that addressed the tailpipe separation. |
| Sep 21, 2015 | Bally, PA | N347SP | Minor | substantial |
The pilot's failure to maintain altitude during low-level aerobatic maneuvers. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's improper decision to atte…The pilot's failure to maintain altitude during low-level aerobatic maneuvers. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's improper decision to attempt the low-level aerobatic maneuvers and his impairment due to psychiatric conditions and the medications he was using to treat them. |
| Sep 21, 2015 | Platteville, WI | N813CA | Minor | substantial | The partial loss of right engine power for undetermined reasons with insufficient runway remaining for the aborted takeoff. |