Cessna Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 28016 events recorded from 1974 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 21, 2010 | Lock Haven, PA | N30266 | Fatal (3) | substantial |
The total loss of engine power resulting from the fatigue failure of the engine's number 2 cylinder exhaust valve. The fatigue failure was due to valv…The total loss of engine power resulting from the fatigue failure of the engine's number 2 cylinder exhaust valve. The fatigue failure was due to valve guide wear that led to excessive clearance between the valve and valve guide. Contributing to the accident was the contract operator’s lack of compliance with its own maintenance procedures, which, if followed, would have prevented the accident. |
| Jun 20, 2010 | West Milford, NJ | N738QZ | Serious (1) | substantial |
The student pilot’s control interference which resulted in a landing with a higher than normal airspeed, and the commercial pilot’s failure to initiat…The student pilot’s control interference which resulted in a landing with a higher than normal airspeed, and the commercial pilot’s failure to initiate a go-around to avoid the runway overrun. |
| Jun 18, 2010 | Plymouth, MA | N401TE | Serious (3) | substantial |
A total loss of engine power during final approach due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot’s delayed configuration of the airplane for landing…A total loss of engine power during final approach due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot’s delayed configuration of the airplane for landing. |
| Jun 17, 2010 | Ruidoso, NM | N310RH | Fatal (5) | substantial |
The pilot did not maintain proper airspeed on final approach for landing, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and impact with terrain. Contributing…The pilot did not maintain proper airspeed on final approach for landing, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and impact with terrain. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s limited experience in the airplane make and model. |
| Jun 15, 2010 | Traverse City, MI | N52519 | Incident | substantial | Damage to the firewall for undetermined reasons. |
| Jun 14, 2010 | Blackfoot, ID | N9357K | Incident | substantial | A loss of directional control during the landing roll as a result of a worn tail wheel locking mechanism. |
| Jun 13, 2010 | Felipe Carrillo Puerto, MX | XA-TWK | Fatal (9) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jun 13, 2010 | Campbellsville, KY | N4273V | Serious (2) | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during an aborted landing. |
| Jun 13, 2010 | Cascade, ID | N5720A | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s encounter with an unknown hole in the runway during the landing roll. |
| Jun 12, 2010 | Palmer, AK | N2886C | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing in variable wind conditions. |
| Jun 09, 2010 | Orange, TX | N9510J | Incident | substantial | The loss of directional control during the takeoff roll due to an incorrectly maintained left main landing gear. |
| Jun 09, 2010 | New Smyrna Beach, FL | N62568 | Incident | substantial | The student pilot’s improper landing flare, and the flight instructor's delayed remedial action. |
| Jun 09, 2010 | Tampa, FL | N2263S | Incident | substantial |
The total loss of engine power due to inadequate torgue on the crankcase bolts. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate inspection performed 1…The total loss of engine power due to inadequate torgue on the crankcase bolts. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate inspection performed 19.5 hours prior to the accident. |
| Jun 08, 2010 | Toms River, NJ | N5075K | Incident | substantial | The pilot-in-command's loss of airplane control during landing, which resulted in a ground-loop. |
| Jun 07, 2010 | Leeds, UK | N646VP | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jun 07, 2010 | Marietta, OH | N2016Q | Incident | substantial |
The total loss of engine power due to the fatigue failure of the No. 2 cylinder attachment fasteners as a result of improper engine overhaul practices…The total loss of engine power due to the fatigue failure of the No. 2 cylinder attachment fasteners as a result of improper engine overhaul practices. |
| Jun 06, 2010 | Kenai, AK | N266V | Incident | substantial | The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing, resulting in the airplane nosing over during taxi. |
| Jun 05, 2010 | Custer, SD | N2267X | Incident | substantial | A partial loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's inadequate fuel mismanagement. |
| Jun 05, 2010 | Pahokee, FL | N2990V | Incident | substantial | A partial loss of power during takeoff for undetermined reasons. |
| Jun 05, 2010 | Bountiful, UT | N3948R | Minor | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from terrain. Contributing to the accident was the high density altitude. |
| Jun 04, 2010 | Anderson, IN | N421KB | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to establish proper rotation and liftoff speed during the takeoff roll. |
| Jun 04, 2010 | Rainelle, WV | N111VP | Serious (4) | substantial |
The pilot's failure to adequately assess the runway conditions prior to attempting a takeoff and his failure to abort the takeoff in a timely manner r…The pilot's failure to adequately assess the runway conditions prior to attempting a takeoff and his failure to abort the takeoff in a timely manner resulting in an on-ground collision with trees. |
| Jun 04, 2010 | Baltimore, MD | N789EP | Incident | substantial |
The pilot’s improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s improper decision to land during a thunders…The pilot’s improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s improper decision to land during a thunderstorm. |
| Jun 03, 2010 | Humble, TX | N154JD | Minor | substantial | A loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's inadequate fuel management. |
| Jun 02, 2010 | Franksville, WI | N4974D | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection and delay in aborting the takeoff. |