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 10, 2007 Midland, TX N7716K Serious (1) substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Contributing factors were the prevailing tailwind and an airport sign.
Nov 09, 2007 Palmer, AK N11764 Serious (2) substantial The flight instructor's inadequate supervision of the student, and his delayed go-around. Contributing to the accident was dark night conditions.
Nov 05, 2007 Culiacan, MX XA-UBC Serious (3) destroyed Investigation pending
Sep 28, 2007 Bethel, AK N758TG Serious (1) substantial The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees while landing.
Sep 12, 2007 Englewood, CO N4719B Serious (1) substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the force landing attempt resulting in a stall-spin and the subsequent impact with the …

The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the force landing attempt resulting in a stall-spin and the subsequent impact with the ground. A factor contributing to the accident was the engine failure for undetermined reasons.

Sep 11, 2007 Port-au-Prince, HA HH-CAW Serious (5) substantial Investigation pending
Aug 08, 2007 Chamblee, GA N969CB Serious (2) substantial
The pilot’s failure to utilize all of the power available following an engine failure. Contributing to the accident were the failure of the rear engin…

The pilot’s failure to utilize all of the power available following an engine failure. Contributing to the accident were the failure of the rear engine for undetermined reasons.

Aug 08, 2007 Garden City, TX N4827J Serious (1) substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance with the ground equipment while maneuvering. A contributing factor was the power lines along the pilot's ap…

The pilot's failure to maintain clearance with the ground equipment while maneuvering. A contributing factor was the power lines along the pilot's application path.

Aug 01, 2007 Kennesaw, GA N177RV Serious (1) substantial The pilot's inadequate preflight planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion during approach.
Jul 27, 2007 Cooperstown, NY N19052 Serious (1) substantial
The loss of engine power due to carburetor icing. Contributing factors were the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing and the weather conditio…

The loss of engine power due to carburetor icing. Contributing factors were the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing and the weather conditions conducive for carburetor icing.

Jul 22, 2007 Nampa, ID N2089U Serious (1) destroyed
The total loss of engine power for an undetermined reason. Factors include a power transmission line between the point were the aircraft lost power an…

The total loss of engine power for an undetermined reason. Factors include a power transmission line between the point were the aircraft lost power and the runway that the pilot was attempting to reach.

Jul 11, 2007 Gunnison, CO N97PP Serious (1) substantial
An inadvertent stall during takeoff/initial climb. Contributing factors in this accident were a partial loss of engine power for reasons undetermined…

An inadvertent stall during takeoff/initial climb. Contributing factors in this accident were a partial loss of engine power for reasons undetermined, and high density altitude conditions.

Jul 03, 2007 McLean's Town, BF N2219R Serious (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Jun 24, 2007 Bozeman, MT N1316D Serious (1) substantial
The pilot's inadequate visual lookout and failure to maintain airspeed, which resulted in an inadvertent stall and uncontrolled descent into terrain w…

The pilot's inadequate visual lookout and failure to maintain airspeed, which resulted in an inadvertent stall and uncontrolled descent into terrain while manuevering to avoid the transmission lines. The sun glare was a factor.

Jun 24, 2007 Rio Creek, WI N4422R Serious (2) substantial The pilot's improper aircraft weight and balance, and his failure to maintain sufficient airspeed to avoid a stall during takeoff-initial climb.
Jun 19, 2007 Homer, AK N72067 Serious (4) substantial
A loss of engine power due to fuel starvation from the pilot's improper fuel selector positioning, and her failure to maintain adequate airspeed to pr…

A loss of engine power due to fuel starvation from the pilot's improper fuel selector positioning, and her failure to maintain adequate airspeed to preclude a stall. Contributing to the accident was an inadvertent stall.

Jun 08, 2007 Sargent, NE N9493G Serious (1) destroyed
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate visual lookout and clearance from the hillside. Factors contributing to the accident include the pilot's div…

The pilot's failure to maintain adequate visual lookout and clearance from the hillside. Factors contributing to the accident include the pilot's diverted attention, the hillside, and the glare from the setting sun.

May 30, 2007 Shearer, ID N104DE Serious (1) substantial A fracture and separation of the left main landing gear strut during the landing roll due to fatigue.
May 28, 2007 Moab, UT N2164R Serious (1) substantial The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane while maneuvering after takeoff.
May 23, 2007 Chesterfield, MO N4082L Serious (1) substantial
Maintenance personnel failed to comply with an Airworthiness Directive which resulted in the total failure of the starter adapter gear teeth and the c…

Maintenance personnel failed to comply with an Airworthiness Directive which resulted in the total failure of the starter adapter gear teeth and the crankshaft gear teeth and the pilot failed to follow the published emergency procedures. Contributing to the accident were the low altitude at which the loss of power occurred, the power lines, and the unsuitable terrain which prevented the pilot from adequately flaring the airplane and resulted in the subsequent hard landing.

May 11, 2007 Clinton, OK N4413Q Serious (1) substantial Separation of the exhaust stack and resulting vapor lock. A contributing factor was the none suitable terrain for the forced landing.
May 05, 2007 Marstons Mill, MA N403RA Serious (1) substantial The pilot's improper preflight planning and preparation resulting in an in-flight loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Apr 29, 2007 Hamilton, OH N3974Y Serious (1) substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain control of the aircraft. Factors contributing to the accident were the stall encountered during the attempted go aroun…

The pilot's failure to maintain control of the aircraft. Factors contributing to the accident were the stall encountered during the attempted go around and the wind gusts.

Mar 25, 2007 Austin, IN N66673 Serious (2) substantial The pilot's improper preflight planning/preparation, and his failure to abort the takeoff. Contributing factors were a tailwind and a short runway.
Mar 17, 2007 Diamond Lake, OR N6462A Serious (1) substantial Fuel exhaustion due to the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection and failure to verify the fuel supply. A factor was the night lighting condition.
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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