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
Mar 19, 2011 Garland, TX N714FS Minor substantial The pilot’s improper fuel management, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Mar 15, 2011 Alachua, FL N430ML Incident substantial A loss of engine power due to the failure of the camshaft gear teeth and crankshaft gear teeth for undetermined reasons.
Mar 15, 2011 Anchorage, AK N81074 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing, resulting in a ground loop.
Mar 14, 2011 Calamar, CO HK1084 Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Mar 14, 2011 New York, NY N40NY Incident substantial The improper rigging of the right main landing gear, which resulted in ovestress fractures of a bolt and aft lug on the trunnion assembly.
Mar 12, 2011 Waynesburg, PA N65944 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion and nose over.
Mar 11, 2011 Smyrna, TN N310JR Fatal (1) substantial
The pilot's improper response to a known autopilot pitch divergence anomaly. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to perform a test f…

The pilot's improper response to a known autopilot pitch divergence anomaly. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to perform a test flight on a system for which he lacked a complete working knowledge.

Mar 11, 2011 Kissimmee, FL N8033M Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing flare.
Mar 10, 2011 Haynesville, VA N588QS Incident The manufacturer's inadequate design fix for previously known tailcone stinger water ingestion and retention.
Mar 10, 2011 Pine, AZ N9330C Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during takeoff, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with terrain.
Mar 10, 2011 Bakersfield, CA N930FE Incident substantial
The malfunction of a master brake cylinder, which resulted in a loss of braking action and subsequent loss of directional control and collision with t…

The malfunction of a master brake cylinder, which resulted in a loss of braking action and subsequent loss of directional control and collision with three vehicles during taxi. Contributing to the accident was the inappropriate design and manufacture of the master brake cylinders.

Mar 07, 2011 Belle Chase, LA N434JG Incident substantial The pilot's failure to ensure that the landing gear was retracted for the water landing.
Mar 06, 2011 Pahrump, NV N9400T Incident substantial The pilot's failure to extend the landing gear prior to touchdown and his improper decision to abort a gear-up landing following a propeller strike.
Mar 05, 2011 Ocracoke, NC N84867 Minor substantial The pilot’s inadequate flare and failure to regain control of the airplane while attempting to recover from bounced landing.
Mar 05, 2011 Montana Creek, AK N447AF Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to recognize that he was landing at the wrong airstrip on a snow-covered and unplowed runway, resulting in the airplane nosing ove…

The pilot's failure to recognize that he was landing at the wrong airstrip on a snow-covered and unplowed runway, resulting in the airplane nosing over.

Mar 04, 2011 Kingston, JM 6Y-JGA Minor substantial Investigation pending
Mar 03, 2011 Fayetteville, GA N7067Q Incident substantial The pilot's decision to land with excessive speed in gusting, tailwind conditions, resulting in a runway overrun.
Feb 27, 2011 Grass Valley, CA N7951V Incident substantial
The aircraft's encounter with deep snow during the landing roll out. Contributing to the accident was the airport manager's failure to update the AWOS…

The aircraft's encounter with deep snow during the landing roll out. Contributing to the accident was the airport manager's failure to update the AWOS recording to reflect the closure of the runway due to snow.

Feb 27, 2011 Welch, WV N739NY Serious (2) substantial
The unlicensed pilot’s decision to land on a closed runway with a tailwind, his failure to attain the proper touchdown point, and his delayed decision…

The unlicensed pilot’s decision to land on a closed runway with a tailwind, his failure to attain the proper touchdown point, and his delayed decision to attempt a go-around, resulting in a collision with trees.

Feb 27, 2011 Llano, TX N1018Q Incident substantial The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing.
Feb 27, 2011 Angleton, TX N3816X Serious (1) destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during a night instrument approach.
Feb 27, 2011 Auburn, AL N3420U Minor substantial A loss of engine power due to an internal failure of the muffler that was not detected by maintenance personnel.
Feb 26, 2011 Armentières sur Avre, FR F-GMGF Fatal (2) destroyed Under the jurisdiction and control of the French government.
Feb 26, 2011 Newark, CA N5351C Incident substantial
A loss of engine power due to water contamination in the fuel system as a result of the pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection to identify and remove…

A loss of engine power due to water contamination in the fuel system as a result of the pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection to identify and remove the water.

Feb 25, 2011 Andrews, TX N739BL Serious (1) substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during an emergency descent, following a loss of engine power, which resulted in an inadvertent stal…

The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during an emergency descent, following a loss of engine power, which resulted in an inadvertent stall.

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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