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
Sep 14, 2011 McGrath, AK N7814A Incident substantial The pilot's loss of control when encountering a downdraft during the initial climb after takeoff, resulting in a collision with terrain.
Sep 14, 2011 Wendover, UT N9197H Incident substantial The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing, which resulted in a nose over.
Sep 14, 2011 Naples, FL N10632 Incident substantial The student pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing and subsequent loss of directional control.
Sep 13, 2011 Stanley, ID N2404X Fatal (2) substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain airplane control due to spatial disorientation while executing a turn to reverse his course in dark night and low-visi…

The pilot's failure to maintain airplane control due to spatial disorientation while executing a turn to reverse his course in dark night and low-visibility conditions. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to initiate the flight into an area of known low visibility.

Sep 13, 2011 Ambler, AK N9019C Incident substantial The pilot's decision to takeoff with a tailwind, which resulted in a runway excursion.
Sep 12, 2011 Camden, AR N89954 Incident substantial The flight instructor's inadvertent braking during taxi.
Sep 09, 2011 Wamean, West Papua, ID PK-VVE Fatal (2) substantial Investigation pending
Sep 08, 2011 Phoenix, AZ N5275S Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
Sep 06, 2011 Redlands, CA N4649L Incident substantial The flight instructor’s delayed remedial action and failure to maintain airplane control while performing a simulated aborted landing.
Sep 06, 2011 Hays, KS N550DP Incident substantial The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in a loss of control.
Sep 05, 2011 Stevensville, MD N950RC Incident substantial The pilot did not maintain directional control during the landing roll.
Sep 05, 2011 Roundup, MT N8772X Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from an obstacle during the landing flare.
Sep 05, 2011 Anchorage, AK N5406C Incident substantial
The fracture of a hydraulic brake line fitting due to incorrect installation of the brake line by the pilot/owner, which resulted in a loss of brake p…

The fracture of a hydraulic brake line fitting due to incorrect installation of the brake line by the pilot/owner, which resulted in a loss of brake pressure and subsequent loss of directional control during the landing roll.

Sep 05, 2011 Bemidji, MN N548ND Incident substantial The student pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
Sep 05, 2011 Saratoga, WY N761NZ Serious (4) substantial
A loss of engine power during an attempted go-around for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anom…

A loss of engine power during an attempted go-around for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.

Sep 04, 2011 Tehachapi, CA N7WJ Fatal (2) destroyed The pilot’s intentional low-altitude maneuvering and failure to maintain clearance from terrain due to distraction.
Sep 02, 2011 Nightmute, AK N73789 Fatal (1) destroyed
The failure of the pilot of the other airplane to maintain adequate clearance while performing an unexpected and unannounced abrupt maneuver, resultin…

The failure of the pilot of the other airplane to maintain adequate clearance while performing an unexpected and unannounced abrupt maneuver, resulting in a midair collision between the two airplanes.

Sep 01, 2011 Conroe, TX N76521 Incident substantial The pilot's excessive use of brakes during the landing.
Aug 31, 2011 Plymouth, MA N739RU Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate flare and improper recovery from a bounced landing.
Aug 31, 2011 Bremerton, WA N338F Minor substantial The total loss of engine power as a result of fuel exhaustion due to the pilot's inadequate in-flight planning.
Aug 31, 2011 Sugar Creek, OH N7103M Incident substantial The pilot's delayed application of carburetor heat while operating in conditions conducive to carburetor icing.
Aug 29, 2011 Sioux Lookout, CA N242SA Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Aug 29, 2011 Santa Monica, CA N5155Q Serious (1) substantial The student pilot’s misjudged approach and landing attempt. Contributing to the accident was a lack of airspeed due to a blocked pitot tube.
Aug 29, 2011 Plymouth, MI N172LD Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to perform a go-around when the airplane was not in a position to make a safe landing and his excessive use of bank control during…

The pilot's failure to perform a go-around when the airplane was not in a position to make a safe landing and his excessive use of bank control during the landing attempt, which resulted in the wing striking the ground.

Aug 29, 2011 Atlanta, ID N8698U Minor substantial The pilot’s misjudgment of his final approach path. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s inadequate preflight planning.
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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