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
Apr 12, 2003 Melbourne, FL N52903 Incident substantial The student pilot's improper throttle setting during the braking test, resulting in a collision with a parked airplane.
Apr 11, 2003 Carbondale, IL N6317D Incident substantial The pilot failed to properly recover from a bounced landing which resulted in the airplane porpoising.
Apr 11, 2003 REDDING, CA N1925Q Incident substantial
The pilot's improper engine starting procedures, and his failure to maintain clearance with a parked airplane, resulting in a collision with the parke…

The pilot's improper engine starting procedures, and his failure to maintain clearance with a parked airplane, resulting in a collision with the parked and unoccupied airplane.

Apr 11, 2003 Grayslake, IL N389SP Incident substantial
The flight instuctor's improper in-flight decision to land with a tailwind and failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing.…

The flight instuctor's improper in-flight decision to land with a tailwind and failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing. Factors contributing to the accident were the tailwind, the student pilot's inadequate flare, and the muddy terrain.

Apr 10, 2003 Foxworth, MS N738QM Incident substantial
The failure of the pilot to perform a go-around, his failure to attain the proper touchdown point, and his delay in applying the normal brakes resulti…

The failure of the pilot to perform a go-around, his failure to attain the proper touchdown point, and his delay in applying the normal brakes resulting in his inability to stop the airplane and subsequent on-ground collision with a fence.

Apr 07, 2003 Durant, OK N116SS Incident substantial The student pilot's improper landing flare resulting in a hard landing and his improper recovery procedures for a bounced landing.
Apr 07, 2003 Butte, MT N48733 Incident destroyed The pilot's inadequate compensation for gusty variable wind conditions and his improper flare. Factors include gusty and variable winds .
Apr 05, 2003 ANIAK, AK N207SE Incident substantial
The pilot's improper fuel management, and subsequent fuel starvation during cruise flight. A factor contributing to the accident was unsuitable terra…

The pilot's improper fuel management, and subsequent fuel starvation during cruise flight. A factor contributing to the accident was unsuitable terrain for a forced landing.

Apr 05, 2003 Truth or Conseq, NM N3749U Incident substantial
the pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing roll which resulted in impact with terrain. Contributing factors include, the pilot…

the pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing roll which resulted in impact with terrain. Contributing factors include, the pilot's improper in-flight planning/decision making, the crosswind and gusty wind conditions, the ditch, and the berm.

Apr 05, 2003 Summerville, SC N6599B Incident substantial The pilot's improper flare and recovery from a bounced landing.
Apr 05, 2003 Anaheim, CA N6272D Incident substantial
Failure of company maintenance personnel to correctly install and safety wire the oil drain plug, which led to a loss of engine oil and a catastrophic…

Failure of company maintenance personnel to correctly install and safety wire the oil drain plug, which led to a loss of engine oil and a catastrophic internal failure of the engine.

Apr 02, 2003 Gig Harbor, WA N701TM Incident substantial A total loss of power for undetermined reasons during base turn.
Apr 01, 2003 Eufaula, AL N696SP Incident minor Fatigue failure of end rib for the left canard flap.
Mar 31, 2003 Shenandoah, VA CGIKO Incident substantial The pilot's inadvertent encounter with snow showers. Factors were the snow and the unsuitable landing area.
Mar 31, 2003 Lakeland, FL N4413C Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind and his failure to maintain directional control. A related factor was the crosswind.
Mar 29, 2003 Hobbs, NM N5577C Incident substantial the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft directional control during takeoff roll. A factor was the runway light's cement foundation.
Mar 27, 2003 CLEVELAND, OH N613SP Incident substantial The student pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
Mar 27, 2003 Dyersburg, TN N244S Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing roll. A factor was muddy terrain conditions.
Mar 26, 2003 Santa Rosa, NM N1228D Incident substantial the pilot's failure to maintain directional control while taxiing for takeoff. A contributing factor was the wind gust.
Mar 26, 2003 Medina, OH N3964J Incident substantial The pilot's failure to follow published procedures while starting the engine, and his failure to maintain control of the airplane.
Mar 26, 2003 Tulsa, OK N6947X Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed which resulted in an inadvertent stall.
Mar 24, 2003 Packwood, WA N4150L Incident substantial
Loss of partial engine power for undetermined reasons during the initial climb after takeoff. Loose gravel/sandy was a factor during the landing roll…

Loss of partial engine power for undetermined reasons during the initial climb after takeoff. Loose gravel/sandy was a factor during the landing roll.

Mar 23, 2003 Houston, TX N922SZ Incident substantial The in-flight separation of the elevator trim tab.
Mar 21, 2003 Potts Camp, MS N89811 Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate planning which resulted in fuel exhaustion, a forced landing to a field, and damage to the airplane during the landing rollout.
Mar 19, 2003 Hodkovice, EZ N2448Q Incident substantial Investigation pending
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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