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 14, 2014 Stuart, FL N419AR Minor substantial The pilot’s improper preflight planning and fuel management, which resulted in a total loss of power in both engines due to fuel exhaustion.
Mar 13, 2014 CANTON NARANJAL, EC HC-BTA Minor substantial <br /><br />
Mar 08, 2014 Mulberry, FL N211R Minor substantial
The failure of the pilot and the parachutist to see and avoid each other, which resulted in the airplane’s wing colliding with the parachute’s suspens…

The failure of the pilot and the parachutist to see and avoid each other, which resulted in the airplane’s wing colliding with the parachute’s suspension lines.

Feb 17, 2014 Caldwell, NJ N426SP Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing.
Jan 25, 2014 Boulder, CO N738LQ Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain airplane control during final approach with known turbulence present.
Jan 25, 2014 Mt. Morris, IL N6359T Minor substantial The total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion, which resulted from the pilot's inadequate pre-flight planning and decision-making.
Jan 08, 2014 Pagosa Springs, CO N4817K Minor substantial
The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection which led to a loss of oil pressure and partial loss of engine power on takeoff. Contributing to the accid…

The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection which led to a loss of oil pressure and partial loss of engine power on takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to check the security of the oil filler cap prior to the flight.

Jan 04, 2014 Nome, AK N8177A Minor substantial The pilot's failure to adequately remove water-contaminated fuel during the preflight inspection, which resulted in a total loss of engine power.
Dec 30, 2013 Concordia, KS N1176M Minor substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain a proper glidepath during approach which resulted in the airplane landing long, and his decision to turn off of the ru…

The pilot's failure to maintain a proper glidepath during approach which resulted in the airplane landing long, and his decision to turn off of the runway during the landing roll which resulted in a collision with an earth berm.

Dec 29, 2013 Pacoima, CA N4936D Minor substantial The flight instructor’s inadequate compensation for the gusting crosswind conditions during landing, which resulted in a loss of airplane control.
Dec 28, 2013 Gladewater, TX N6905G Minor substantial The loss of engine power due to carburetor icing.
Dec 25, 2013 Hillsboro, OR N3531F Minor substantial The pilot's decision to continue the instrument approach beyond the published missed approach point.
Dec 20, 2013 Guymon, OK N2382F Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and collision with terrain.
Dec 17, 2013 Hondo, TX N83CN Minor substantial
The pilot's loss of directional control during an attempted go-around for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence. Contri…

The pilot's loss of directional control during an attempted go-around for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor’s and pilot’s decision to continue flight after experiencing repeated problems upon landing.

Dec 14, 2013 Henderson, NV N7015F Minor substantial The flight crew's improper in-flight fuel planning lead to fuel exhaustion, which resulted in a complete loss of engine power.
Nov 28, 2013 Montrose, PA N777BK Minor substantial The pilot’s failure to check the fuel tanks for contaminants after fueling, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to water contamination.
Nov 02, 2013 Superior, WI N70520 Minor substantial
The failure of the pilot who was flying the trail airplane to maintain separation from the lead airplane. Contributing to the accident was the inadequ…

The failure of the pilot who was flying the trail airplane to maintain separation from the lead airplane. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate pilot training for formation skydiving operations.

Nov 02, 2013 Loveland, CO N6303E Minor substantial A dragging right brake, which resulted in an un-commanded right turn, and subsequent ground loop.
Oct 21, 2013 Hardin, MT N80257 Minor substantial
A rough-running engine and partial loss of power, which resulted from the pilot’s failure to use carburetor heat appropriately while operating in an a…

A rough-running engine and partial loss of power, which resulted from the pilot’s failure to use carburetor heat appropriately while operating in an area conducive to carburetor icing.

Oct 19, 2013 Northeast Carry, ME N93037 Minor substantial
The pilot's improper decision to take off for an intended night water landing, and his subsequent loss of depth perception during that landing attempt…

The pilot's improper decision to take off for an intended night water landing, and his subsequent loss of depth perception during that landing attempt.

Oct 17, 2013 Slatington Airport, PA N305CR Minor substantial
The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions during landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to land with a tailw…

The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions during landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to land with a tailwind condition and the airfield's inaccurate windsock.

Oct 05, 2013 Gainesville, FL N8715U Minor substantial A total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because a postaccident engine examination and test run revealed no anomalies.
Sep 28, 2013 Big Bear, CA N759UP Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain a stabilized landing approach, which resulted in a collision with a fence short of the runway.
Sep 21, 2013 Middletown Springs, VT N3152Y Minor substantial The pilot's inadequate preflight planning, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Sep 07, 2013 Kodoeskop, SF ZS-PXV Minor 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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