How many accidents has the Cessna had?

The NTSB has recorded 28016 events involving the Cessna : 4716 fatal, 2284 serious, 4073 minor injuries, and 16766 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Cessna a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Cessna has 28016 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

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
Dec 09, 2002	Agua Caliente, CA	N732HJ	Incident	substantial	The failure of the right main landing gear actuator during the landing roll, which resulted in a collapse of the right main land gear, and loss of dir… The failure of the right main landing gear actuator during the landing roll, which resulted in a collapse of the right main land gear, and loss of directional control.
Dec 06, 2002	Moline, IL	N80213	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain altitude clearance during a base to final turn on approach. Contributing factors to the accident were the night condi… The pilot's failure to maintain altitude clearance during a base to final turn on approach. Contributing factors to the accident were the night conditions and the trees.
Dec 06, 2002	Cartersville, GA	N5891E	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control, during the landing roll resulted in the on ground collision with a ravine.
Dec 04, 2002	Holland, MI	N5321D	Incident	substantial	The student pilot failed to maintain directional control during landing roll. Additional factors include the student pilot's lack of total flight exp… The student pilot failed to maintain directional control during landing roll. Additional factors include the student pilot's lack of total flight experience, the CFI's inadequate supervision, and the ice and snow on the runway.
Dec 04, 2002	CINCINNATI, OH	N7660E	Incident	substantial	Rupture of the left side, landing gear down hydraulic line due to repeated contact with the aileron cable, which resulted in a loss of hydraulic press… Rupture of the left side, landing gear down hydraulic line due to repeated contact with the aileron cable, which resulted in a loss of hydraulic pressure, a partial extension of the main landing gear, and the inability to utilize the landing gear hand pump.
Dec 03, 2002	Vici, OK	N4470R	Incident	substantial	The pilot's departure and continued flight into adverse weather conditions. Contributing factors were the icing conditions, and the lack of suitable … The pilot's departure and continued flight into adverse weather conditions. Contributing factors were the icing conditions, and the lack of suitable terrain for the precautionary landing.
Dec 03, 2002	Twentynine Palm, CA	N50346	Incident	substantial	The improper use of carburetor heat, and the instructor's inadequate supervision which resulted in a loss of engine power due to carburetor icing.
Nov 28, 2002	Powells Point, NC	N10905	Incident	substantial	a loss of engine power for undetermined reason resulting in damage to the airplane during the subsequent forced landing.
Nov 28, 2002	Mobile, AZ	N4465B	Incident	substantial	the pilot's improper compensation for the crosswind conditions at touchdown and failure to maintain proper alignment of the tail wheel equipped airpla… the pilot's improper compensation for the crosswind conditions at touchdown and failure to maintain proper alignment of the tail wheel equipped airplane during landing, which resulted in a ground loop. The crosswind was a contributory factor.
Nov 28, 2002	Hollister, CA	N2423E	Incident	substantial	the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane.
Nov 27, 2002	Willoughby, OH	N4929S	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to select the alternator to the "ON" position before initiating the flight. A factor in the accident was the tailwind which resul… The pilot's failure to select the alternator to the "ON" position before initiating the flight. A factor in the accident was the tailwind which resulted in the overrun.
Nov 25, 2002	Lakeland, FL	N6026N	Incident	substantial	The collapse of the main landing gear for undetermined reasons.
Nov 23, 2002	Stow, MA	N1152F	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain adequate altitude/clearance. A factor in this accident was gusty wind conditions.
Nov 23, 2002	Prestonsburg, KY	N7192G	Incident	substantial	The loss of oil pressure for undetermined reasons, which resulted in a failure of connecting rod end bolts, due to an over temperature condition.
Nov 16, 2002	Rosamond, CA	N548RM	Incident	substantial	The fatigue failure of left main landing gear strut at the upper fuselage aft attachment hole, which resulted in the collapse of the left main landing… The fatigue failure of left main landing gear strut at the upper fuselage aft attachment hole, which resulted in the collapse of the left main landing gear during the landing roll.
Nov 12, 2002	Lincoln Park, NJ	N1835M	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's improper power management during the short-field landing procedure, and the flight instructor's delayed remedial action.
Nov 12, 2002	Logan, UT	N7198F	Incident	substantial	The pilot's premature flare and his failure to maintain airspeed, resulting in a stall. A contributing factor was the dusk light conditions.
Nov 11, 2002	Scottsdale, AZ	N794SA	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to apply adequate crosswind compensation, which resulted in a loss of directional control. Factors were the crosswind and the pil… The pilot's failure to apply adequate crosswind compensation, which resulted in a loss of directional control. Factors were the crosswind and the pilot's lack of experience in the make and model of airplane.
Nov 11, 2002	PACOIMA, CA	N735ZT	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in an inadvertent stall/mush and hard landing. A factor in the accident was the gus… The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in an inadvertent stall/mush and hard landing. A factor in the accident was the gusty wind.
Nov 07, 2002	Stella Maris, BF	N5059Q	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Nov 05, 2002	Mesquite, NV	N13265	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff. A contributing factor was the ditch.
Nov 02, 2002	Long Beach, CA	N184TA	Incident	substantial	The student's failure to maintain directional control and the instructor's inadequate supervision of the flight by his delayed remedial action.
Oct 29, 2002	Seminole, TX	N4779J	Incident	substantial	The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
Oct 29, 2002	St. Paul, MN	N848SP	Incident	substantial	The student pilot failed to maintain directional control. A factor was the runway sign.
Oct 29, 2002	Larson Bay, AK	N5355D	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance while landing, which resulted in an in-flight collision with a tree.

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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