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 24, 2010 Anchorage, AK N180BS Incident substantial The pilot's failure to compensate for the gusting wind during takeoff, which resulted in a loss of control and impact with water.
Sep 22, 2010 Longmont, CO N2459K Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate landing flare and improper recovery from a bounced landing.
Sep 20, 2010 Houston, TX N9071X Incident substantial
The loss of engine power during the initial climb due to decreased engine oil quantity and pressure as a result of the engine's oil cap not being adeq…

The loss of engine power during the initial climb due to decreased engine oil quantity and pressure as a result of the engine's oil cap not being adequately secured.

Sep 18, 2010 Denton, TX N56VP Incident substantial The failure of the landing gear push-pull rod.
Sep 18, 2010 Palm Beach, FL N2483Y Incident substantial The pilot's failure to use carburetor heat which led to a loss of engine power due to carburetor icing.
Sep 17, 2010 Coeur d'Alene, ID N111NA Fatal (2) substantial
The pilot’s continued flight into instrument meteorological conditions and failure to maintain clearance with mountainous terrain while maneuvering in…

The pilot’s continued flight into instrument meteorological conditions and failure to maintain clearance with mountainous terrain while maneuvering in an area of low cloud ceilings.

Sep 15, 2010 Stow, OH N97921 Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
Sep 15, 2010 Nome, AK N87256 Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from terrain during a special VFR approach, resulting in a collision with terrain.
Sep 14, 2010 Geraldton Aerodrome, Australia, AS VH-KZF Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Sep 14, 2010 Toms River, NJ N313MA Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain an adequate visual lookout during a night taxi. Contributing to the accident was the improper parking of a ground vehi…

The pilot's failure to maintain an adequate visual lookout during a night taxi. Contributing to the accident was the improper parking of a ground vehicle partially onto the taxiway.

Sep 14, 2010 Bethel, AK N45624 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain altitude/clearance during a night approach, resulting in a collision with terrain short of the runway.
Sep 13, 2010 Rushville, NE N714AL Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the loss of visual reference due …

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the loss of visual reference due to the sun glare.

Sep 12, 2010 Paxson, AK N4038Y Serious (1) substantial
The pilot's decision to make a climbing turn close to the ground in gusting wind at a low airspeed, resulting in a loss of control and collision with …

The pilot's decision to make a climbing turn close to the ground in gusting wind at a low airspeed, resulting in a loss of control and collision with terrain.

Sep 12, 2010 Kenai, AK N1612Q Incident substantial
The pilot's decision to takeoff from a remote lake after overloading the airplane. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of a seaplane rat…

The pilot's decision to takeoff from a remote lake after overloading the airplane. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of a seaplane rating.

Sep 10, 2010 Fayetteville, WV N7922E Serious (2) substantial
A loss of engine power due to the failure of the left magneto system’s distributor gear as a result of the improper maintenance of the magnetos by mai…

A loss of engine power due to the failure of the left magneto system’s distributor gear as a result of the improper maintenance of the magnetos by maintenance personnel.

Sep 09, 2010 Huron, NY N180LE Minor substantial The pilot's inadequate preflight planning and preparation, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Sep 08, 2010 Helena, GA N804GK Fatal (1) substantial The pilot’s continuance of the GPS approach below the minimum descent altitude while landing in instrument meteorological conditions.
Sep 07, 2010 Mountain Home, AR N2081U Fatal (2) substantial The pilot’s decision to continue flight into a known area of heavy rain and his subsequent failure to maintain aircraft control.
Sep 06, 2010 Levant, ME N3650V Serious (1) substantial The pilot's failure to obtain adequate airspeed during takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
Sep 06, 2010 Santa Ynez, CA N4622C Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control, likely due to the inadvertent control interference by a passenger. A finding in the accident was …

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control, likely due to the inadvertent control interference by a passenger. A finding in the accident was the pilot's improper pre flight briefing.

Sep 06, 2010 Caledonia, MI N4632A Incident substantial
A loss of engine power as a result of a fatigue failure of the crankshaft due to the loss of engine case through-bolt torque. Contributing to the acci…

A loss of engine power as a result of a fatigue failure of the crankshaft due to the loss of engine case through-bolt torque. Contributing to the accident was a mechanic's use of incorrect hardware.

Sep 06, 2010 Hondo, TX N731PQ Incident substantial The pilot’s delayed action to arrest the airplane’s descent, which resulted in a collision with terrain.
Sep 05, 2010 Pointe a Pitre, GP F-OIXZ Minor substantial Investigation pending
Sep 04, 2010 Tuluksak, AK N9942M Serious (1) substantial The pilot's delayed application of full power during a soft/wet field takeoff, resulting in a collision with trees during takeoff.
Sep 04, 2010 Virginia Beach, VA N812KT Minor substantial A total loss of power due to water contamination in the fuel. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection.
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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