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 05, 2004 Chandler, AZ N20519 Incident substantial
the pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing. Contributing factors were his improper recovery from the subsequent bounced landing and…

the pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing. Contributing factors were his improper recovery from the subsequent bounced landing and pilot-induced oscillations.

Nov 04, 2004 Wolfeboro, NH N8803B Incident substantial
A jammed control wheel during landing. A contributing factor to the accident was the inadequate maintenance inspection of the airplane's flight contr…

A jammed control wheel during landing. A contributing factor to the accident was the inadequate maintenance inspection of the airplane's flight control system.

Nov 02, 2004 Willimantic, CT N1811N Incident substantial the pilot's loss of directional control due to his uneven application of brakes. A factor in the accident was the tailwind.
Nov 01, 2004 Kingman, AZ N6140R Incident substantial Landing gear extension system component failure resulting in a gear up landing.
Oct 31, 2004 Pensacola, FL N340BK Incident substantial The left landing gear collapsing due to the actuator separating for undetermined reasons.
Oct 31, 2004 Morris, IL N814FA Incident substantial
The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions which resulted in a loss of directional control. Factors associated with the accident wer…

The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions which resulted in a loss of directional control. Factors associated with the accident were the gusty crosswind condition and the runway sign which the airplane contacted.

Oct 30, 2004 North Las Vegas, NV N6675X Incident substantial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Oct 29, 2004 Mobile, AL N2845Q Incident substantial
The pilot's inadequate preflight planning and his inadequate in-flight planning/decision which resulted in fuel exhaustion and subsequent collision wi…

The pilot's inadequate preflight planning and his inadequate in-flight planning/decision which resulted in fuel exhaustion and subsequent collision with the ground.

Oct 29, 2004 Skwentna, AK N185CQ Incident substantial
The pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing area, which resulted in a nose over during the landing roll. A factor associated with the accident was…

The pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing area, which resulted in a nose over during the landing roll. A factor associated with the accident was deep wet snow.

Oct 28, 2004 Santa Teresa, NM N5290B Incident substantial
the student pilot' failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll. Contributing to the accident was the student pilot's failure to ab…

the student pilot' failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll. Contributing to the accident was the student pilot's failure to abort the takeoff.

Oct 26, 2004 Imperial, CA N4734B Incident substantial
the student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing rollout, which resulted in the airplane veering off of the runway surfa…

the student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing rollout, which resulted in the airplane veering off of the runway surface and nosing over.

Oct 23, 2004 Missoula, MT N2240R Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to follow published procedures/directives (inducing excessive fuel flow to the engine), and the subsequent loss of engine power fo…

The pilot's failure to follow published procedures/directives (inducing excessive fuel flow to the engine), and the subsequent loss of engine power for nonmechanical reasons while on final approach. Contributing factors were the utility pole and the ditch.

Oct 20, 2004 West Columbia, SC N37CJ Incident substantial
The student pilot's improper landing flare, inadequate recovery from a bounced landing and failure to maintain directional control during rollout. A f…

The student pilot's improper landing flare, inadequate recovery from a bounced landing and failure to maintain directional control during rollout. A factor was the runway sign.

Oct 19, 2004 Loiborsoit, TZ 5H-AXL Incident substantial Investigation pending
Oct 19, 2004 Denton, TX N6870G Incident substantial
The loss of engine power due to the separation of the accessory drive gear bolts, and the failure of the starter-clutch assembly. A contributing fact…

The loss of engine power due to the separation of the accessory drive gear bolts, and the failure of the starter-clutch assembly. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.

Oct 17, 2004 Pacoima, CA N5272H Incident substantial
the pilot's misjudged distance/altitude and inadequate flare that resulted in a hard landing, and a porpoise down the runway. Also causal was the stu…

the pilot's misjudged distance/altitude and inadequate flare that resulted in a hard landing, and a porpoise down the runway. Also causal was the student pilot's improper bounced landing recovery technique.

Oct 17, 2004 Auburn, AL N29459 Incident substantial The pilot's improper landing flare resulting in a hard landing. A factor was the pilot's diverted attention.
Oct 16, 2004 Seven Points, TX N11FB Incident substantial
The loss of engine power due to the failure of the number one connecting rod. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced l…

The loss of engine power due to the failure of the number one connecting rod. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.

Oct 13, 2004 Freeport, BF N357RB Incident destroyed Investigation pending
Oct 11, 2004 Chefornak, AK N5277J Incident substantial The in-flight collision with a bird while on final approach to land.
Oct 10, 2004 Salida, CO N732TE Incident substantial
The pilot's inadequate preflight planning which failed to determine the fuel supply was inadequate resulting in fuel exhaustion and the loss of engine…

The pilot's inadequate preflight planning which failed to determine the fuel supply was inadequate resulting in fuel exhaustion and the loss of engine power.

Oct 09, 2004 Eliot, ME N80657 Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate in-flight planning decision, which resulted a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Oct 07, 2004 Casper, WY N73764 Incident substantial
the student pilot's improper flare resulting in a hard landing. A factor contributing to the accident was the student pilot's improper recovery from …

the student pilot's improper flare resulting in a hard landing. A factor contributing to the accident was the student pilot's improper recovery from the bounced landing.

Oct 04, 2004 San Jose, CA N24373 Incident substantial an in-flight collision with a bird.
Oct 02, 2004 Nogales, AZ N4835F Incident substantial
the pilot's failure to remain on the designated taxiway surface, which resulted in the airplane's collision with the ditch. The dark lighting conditi…

the pilot's failure to remain on the designated taxiway surface, which resulted in the airplane's collision with the ditch. The dark lighting condition was a factor to the accident.

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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