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 03, 2023 Wasilla, AK N4464B Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintained directional control and the instructor pilot's inadequate supervision, which resulted in a loss of control during ta…

The pilot’s failure to maintained directional control and the instructor pilot's inadequate supervision, which resulted in a loss of control during takeoff.

Apr 02, 2023 Rand Airport, SF ZS-III Incident substantial Investigation pending
Apr 01, 2023 Wall Township, NJ N85AV Incident substantial
The pilots’ loss of directional control while landing in gusting wind conditions which resulted in a runway excursion. Also contributing was the fligh…

The pilots’ loss of directional control while landing in gusting wind conditions which resulted in a runway excursion. Also contributing was the flight crew’s decision to land at an airport where there was a rapidly approaching severe thunderstorm.

Apr 01, 2023 Santa Ana, CA N1399U Incident substantial
The flight instructor’s failure to maintain clearance from a commercial airliner which resulted in an encounter with wake turbulence and subsequent lo…

The flight instructor’s failure to maintain clearance from a commercial airliner which resulted in an encounter with wake turbulence and subsequent loss of control resulting in impact with terrain.

Mar 30, 2023 Gulf of Mexico, GM N869AC Incident substantial The separation of the left wing extension and winglet for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence.
Mar 27, 2023 Mattituck, NY N50133 Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during the landing, which resulted in a hard landing and runway excursion.
Mar 27, 2023 Oklahoma City, OK N550DW Incident substantial
The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing, runway excursion, and subsequent collision with a runway sign. Contribu…

The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing, runway excursion, and subsequent collision with a runway sign. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s lack of experience in the airplane, the unstabilized approach, and inadequate crew resource management.

Mar 23, 2023 Travelers Rest, SC N13612 Incident substantial Maintenance personnel’s improper servicing of the magneto, which resulted in its accelerated wear, failure, and the total loss of engine power.
Mar 22, 2023 Madrid, OF EC-GVD Incident minor Investigation pending
Mar 21, 2023 Cincinnati, OH N7772B Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain an adequate visual lookout during taxi, which resulted in a collision with a parked airplane. Contributing was the mar…

The pilot’s failure to maintain an adequate visual lookout during taxi, which resulted in a collision with a parked airplane. Contributing was the marshaller’s improper marshalling techniques.

Mar 19, 2023 Oklahoma City, OK N9254A Incident substantial The pilot’s loss of directional control during landing with wind gusts, which resulted in a runway excursion and nose over.
Mar 17, 2023 Minto, AK N6266E Incident substantial A total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined.
Mar 15, 2023 Spanish Fork, UT N2572V Incident substantial The retraction of the main landing gear for undetermined reasons.
Mar 11, 2023 Gimpo, KS HL1113 Incident substantial Investigation pending
Mar 11, 2023 Lewiston, ID N7010Q Incident substantial
The flight instructor’s inadequate fuel planning and improper in-flight decision-making, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel ex…

The flight instructor’s inadequate fuel planning and improper in-flight decision-making, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.

Mar 10, 2023 Van Nuys, CA N73726 Incident substantial The pilots failure to maintain directional control during takeoff.
Mar 07, 2023 Miami, FL N64535 Incident substantial A total loss of engine power due to a lack of oil lubrication.
Mar 07, 2023 Homer, AK N9697Q Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll, which resulted in a ground loop and impact with terrain.
Mar 07, 2023 Hillsboro, OR N25233 Incident minor The student pilot’s failure to see and avoid another airplane during taxi.
Mar 05, 2023 Kinston, NC N2527L Incident substantial The airplane’s impact with two deer while performing a takeoff at night.
Feb 28, 2023 Labelle, FL N397ME Incident substantial A malfunction of the airplane’s right main wheel brake, which resulted in a loss of control and runway excursion during landing.
Feb 25, 2023 Princeton, MN N208SP Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll. Contributing to the accident, was the runway condition combined with a ri…

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll. Contributing to the accident, was the runway condition combined with a right crosswind.

Feb 24, 2023 Ephraim, UT N84717 Incident substantial The pilot’s improper landing flare and loss of directional control.
Feb 19, 2023 Moline, IL N84688 Incident substantial The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll in gusting crosswind conditions.
Feb 19, 2023 Chatham, MA N711PD Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to lower the landing gear before touchdown.
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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