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
May 15, 2004 Fort Leavenwort, KS N1806Y Incident substantial The inadequate flare by the pilot.
May 15, 2004 Paulden, AZ N5341G Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions and failure to maintain an adequate airspeed.
May 14, 2004 Kingman, AZ N6430X Incident substantial
the pilot under instruction's excessive and improper use of the rudder control during the landing roll and the flight instructor's inadequate supervis…

the pilot under instruction's excessive and improper use of the rudder control during the landing roll and the flight instructor's inadequate supervision, which resulted in an inadvertent ground loop and nose over.

May 14, 2004 Sacramento, KY N7795E Incident substantial The pilot's improper decision to land with a tailwind, and his inadequate compensation for the wind conditions. A factor was the tailwind.
May 11, 2004 Chamblee, GA N6562V Incident
The fatigue fracture of the nosewheel bungee assembly, which restricted the movement of the elevator control. A factor was the inadequate equipment fr…

The fatigue fracture of the nosewheel bungee assembly, which restricted the movement of the elevator control. A factor was the inadequate equipment from an unknown source/manufacturer.

May 10, 2004 Battle Ground, WA N54477 Incident substantial
The student pilot's misjudgment of distance and his failure to do a go-around. Also causal was the instructor's inadequate supervision of the flight.…

The student pilot's misjudgment of distance and his failure to do a go-around. Also causal was the instructor's inadequate supervision of the flight. Factors include gusty crosswinds, the dual student's failure to adequately compensate for those winds, a wet runway surface, and a ditch off the departure end of the runway.

May 08, 2004 Shirley, NY N1754D Incident destroyed The pilot's inadequate pre-flight inspection, which resulted in his failure to remove the engine inlet covers and subsequent loss of engine power.
May 06, 2004 Pottstown, PA N94577 Incident substantial The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing, and the flight instructor's delayed remedial action.
May 05, 2004 Schaumburg, IL N65752 Incident substantial The student pilot not maintaining directional control during the takeoff roll and his inadequate remedial action.
May 04, 2004 Odessa, FL N737HW Incident substantial The pilot's improper landing flare that resulted in a hard landing.
May 03, 2004 Goldthwaite, TX N3050J Incident destroyed
The pilot's inadequate in-flight planning and decision not to refuel, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. A contributing…

The pilot's inadequate in-flight planning and decision not to refuel, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. A contributing factor was the dark night conditions.

May 02, 2004 Lake Dallas, TX N60539 Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain proper airspeed for flight resulting in a stall/spin during the forced landing. A contributing factors was the loss o…

The pilot's failure to maintain proper airspeed for flight resulting in a stall/spin during the forced landing. A contributing factors was the loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.

May 02, 2004 Nanwalek, AK N35860 Incident substantial A loss of directional control for an undetermined reason during takeoff-initial climb, which resulted in the left wing colliding with the ground.
May 01, 2004 Riverside, CA N195AF Incident substantial the pilot's failure to maintain directional control, resulting in a veer off the runway and collision with terrain.
May 01, 2004 Phoenix, AZ N2493Q Incident substantial
the pilot's inadequate flare, which resulted in a hard landing. Also causal was the pilot's inadequate recovery from a bounced landing, which resulte…

the pilot's inadequate flare, which resulted in a hard landing. Also causal was the pilot's inadequate recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in an inadvertent porpoise and collision with a sign.

Apr 30, 2004 Columbus, OH N70SU Incident substantial The student pilot's improper flare, and inadequate recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in a hard landing.
Apr 29, 2004 Monticello, GA N5656G Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees during taxi from landing.
Apr 28, 2004 Livingston, TX N493RA Incident substantial
A loss of engine power due to the blockage of the fuel system vents, resulting in fuel starvation. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable ter…

A loss of engine power due to the blockage of the fuel system vents, resulting in fuel starvation. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.

Apr 27, 2004 Tunica, MS N738FX Incident minor
The pilot's improper use of the emergency power lever which resulted in excessive operating temperatures. A factor was the improper adjustment of the …

The pilot's improper use of the emergency power lever which resulted in excessive operating temperatures. A factor was the improper adjustment of the emergency power lever dead band.

Apr 26, 2004 Skwentna, AK N4861D Incident substantial The pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing site, which resulted in a nose over during the landing roll.
Apr 25, 2004 Lincoln, CA N734RE Incident substantial the pilot's failure to maintain obstacle clearance.
Apr 24, 2004 Lyons, CO N5048E Incident substantial
a loss of engine power due to carburetor icing. Contributing factors were weather conditions conducive to carburetor icing and unsuitable terrain avai…

a loss of engine power due to carburetor icing. Contributing factors were weather conditions conducive to carburetor icing and unsuitable terrain available on which to make a forced landing and the road sign.

Apr 23, 2004 Nampa, ID N8252A Incident substantial
The right seat pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the initial part of the landing roll, and his improper handling of the aircraft …

The right seat pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the initial part of the landing roll, and his improper handling of the aircraft (excessive braking) as the aircraft departed the side of the runway. Factors include the pilot's lack of recent experience in this make and model aircraft.

Apr 22, 2004 Boerne, TX N7435Q Incident substantial The pilot's inattentive planned approach to land on a runway with obstructions.
Apr 21, 2004 Durango, CO N2861R Incident substantial the pilot's inadequate in-flight planning and decision making. Contributing factors include the crosswind and the crosswind component exceeded.
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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