Cessna Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 28016 events recorded from 1974 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 25, 2004 | Planada, CA | N478Q | Incident | destroyed |
the partial loss of engine power due to the separation of the number 5 cylinder fuel injector supply line. The fuel line separation was due to compan…the partial loss of engine power due to the separation of the number 5 cylinder fuel injector supply line. The fuel line separation was due to company maintenance personnel's failure to secure the b-nut fitting following maintenance. Factors in the accident were the unsuitable nature of the terrain where the engine problem developed and the pilot's failure to maintain airspeed while attempting to reach a suitable forced landing spot, which led to an inadvertent stall. |
| Mar 22, 2004 | Talkeetna, AK | N2472F | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff, which resulted in a collision with a snow drift during takeoff/initial climb. Factors contri…The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff, which resulted in a collision with a snow drift during takeoff/initial climb. Factors contributing to the accident were the snow-covered and uneven terrain. |
| Mar 22, 2004 | Gardner, KS | N51365 | Incident | substantial | The pilot's inadequate visual lookout and failure to maintain clearance from the post. A factor was the post. |
| Mar 21, 2004 | Raymond, WA | N3950S | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll resulting in the aircraft nosing over. Incorrect remedial action and soft…The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll resulting in the aircraft nosing over. Incorrect remedial action and soft terrain were factors. |
| Mar 21, 2004 | Greenville, KY | N4468V | Incident | substantial |
The total loss of engine power due to a total loss of engine oil for undetermined reasons, which resulted in a forced landing and subsequent collision…The total loss of engine power due to a total loss of engine oil for undetermined reasons, which resulted in a forced landing and subsequent collision with trees. |
| Mar 21, 2004 | Broomfield, CO | N3465G | Incident | substantial |
the pilot's improper in-flight planning/decision and his failure to verify the landing gear position. Factors contributing to the accident were the …the pilot's improper in-flight planning/decision and his failure to verify the landing gear position. Factors contributing to the accident were the pilot's diverted attention due to the electrical failure. |
| Mar 21, 2004 | Creswell, OR | N739HQ | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's attempting takeoff with the fuel selector in the OFF position resulting in fuel starvation. Contributing factors were the change in habit…The pilot's attempting takeoff with the fuel selector in the OFF position resulting in fuel starvation. Contributing factors were the change in habit pattern and expectancy of the fuel selector position as well as the fence and tree. |
| Mar 20, 2004 | Marsh Harbour, BF | N347AB | Incident | minor | Investigation pending |
| Mar 20, 2004 | Punta Gorda, BH | V3-HGB | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Mar 20, 2004 | Zelienople, PA | N62058 | Incident | substantial | The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing. |
| Mar 19, 2004 | Midland, TX | N414FB | Incident | minor | The in-flight wing fire for undetermined reasons. |
| Mar 14, 2004 | San Felipe, MX | N61576 | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Mar 14, 2004 | Eltopia, WA | N1883V | Incident | substantial | Remedial action delayed during the takeoff roll. Factors include rough/uneven terrain. |
| Mar 12, 2004 | Chugiak, AK | N7937V | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's inadequate compensation for a crosswind condition during the landing roll, which resulted in a loss of control, and an on ground collision…The pilot's inadequate compensation for a crosswind condition during the landing roll, which resulted in a loss of control, and an on ground collision with a snow bank. A factor associated with the accident was a crosswind. |
| Mar 11, 2004 | Gila Bend, AZ | N9869A | Incident | substantial |
the pilot's failure to maintain directional control, resulting in a ground loop. Factors in the accident were the pilot's unfamiliarity with the airp…the pilot's failure to maintain directional control, resulting in a ground loop. Factors in the accident were the pilot's unfamiliarity with the airplane and the delayed remedial action of the flight instructor. |
| Mar 10, 2004 | Bremerton, WA | N7362X | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control which resulted in a loss of control and subsequent wing strike with terrain. A contributing facto…The pilot's failure to maintain directional control which resulted in a loss of control and subsequent wing strike with terrain. A contributing factor was the soft terrain. |
| Mar 09, 2004 | Peach Springs, AZ | N99AT | Incident | substantial |
the pilot's inadequate flare and touchdown that imparted high side loadings on the right main landing gear, which resulted in an overload failure of t…the pilot's inadequate flare and touchdown that imparted high side loadings on the right main landing gear, which resulted in an overload failure of the landing gear bellcrank and the collapse of that gear. |
| Mar 07, 2004 | Nashville, TN | N325LA | Incident | substantial | The pilot's improper landing flare and his inadequate recovery from a bounced landing resulting in a hard landing and propeller strike of the runway. |
| Mar 07, 2004 | Stevensville, MD | N317ME | Incident | substantial | The student pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control while landing. A factor was the student pilot's lack of experience. |
| Mar 07, 2004 | Hanksville, UT | N29821 | Incident | substantial | the pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain to conduct a precautionary landing. Factors contributing to the accident was the soft, dirt road. |
| Mar 06, 2004 | Sonora, CA | N2819Y | Incident | substantial |
the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection and failure to ensure adequate fuel was aboard, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and loss of engine power…the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection and failure to ensure adequate fuel was aboard, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and loss of engine power. |
| Mar 05, 2004 | North Pole, AK | N515N | Incident | substantial | The pilot's delayed response in initiating an aborted takeoff, which resulted in an overrun and collision with a snowbank. |
| Mar 03, 2004 | Gig Harbor, WA | N75844 | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's failure to follow the published IFR procedure resulting in failure to maintain clearance from objects during an instrument approach. Tree…The pilot's failure to follow the published IFR procedure resulting in failure to maintain clearance from objects during an instrument approach. Trees and an inoperative glide slope receiver were factors. |
| Feb 29, 2004 | Angleton, TX | N79502 | Incident | destroyed | The unqualified person's failure to maintain clearance with the power lines. A contributing factor was the night light conditions. |
| Feb 29, 2004 | Tucson, AZ | N338H | Incident | substantial | the pilot's inadequate compensation for the quartering tailwind and failure to maintain directional control during landing rollout. |