Cessna Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 28016 events recorded from 1974 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 24, 2012 | Watsonville, CA | N55DN | Minor | substantial |
A total loss of engine power during approach for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any mechanical m…A total loss of engine power during approach for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation. |
| Jun 21, 2012 | Walnut Ridge, AR | N9497A | Minor | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control after encountering a whirlwind or dust-devil during the landing flare. |
| Jun 19, 2012 | Millington, TN | N4418C | Minor | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. |
| Jun 17, 2012 | Woodland, CA | N7437Q | Minor | substantial |
The pilot's failure to maintain a proper descent path during the approach to land, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing, and his improper retract…The pilot's failure to maintain a proper descent path during the approach to land, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing, and his improper retraction of the flaps during the subsequent attempted go-around. |
| Jun 15, 2012 | Biddeford, ME | N3812V | Minor | substantial |
A total loss of engine power due to water contamination of the fuel. Contributing to the accident was the pilot/owner’s inadequate preflight inspectio…A total loss of engine power due to water contamination of the fuel. Contributing to the accident was the pilot/owner’s inadequate preflight inspection. |
| Jun 12, 2012 | Licey, DR | HI-561 | Minor | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jun 09, 2012 | San Andreas, CA | N7458X | Minor | substantial |
A loss of engine power in cruise flight for reasons that could not be determined because a postaccident examination of the engine did not reveal any a…A loss of engine power in cruise flight for reasons that could not be determined because a postaccident examination of the engine did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation. |
| May 27, 2012 | Silver City, ID | N4640L | Minor | substantial | The pilot‘s failure to maintain airspeed while maneuvering in mountainous terrain with reduced visibility, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall. |
| May 26, 2012 | Dansville, NY | N9629G | Minor | substantial |
A partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the engine did not reveal any anomalies th…A partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the engine did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation. |
| May 26, 2012 | Vashon Island, WA | N70658 | Minor | substantial | The pilot's loss of directional control during a rejected takeoff, which resulted in a noseover. |
| May 25, 2012 | Wichita, KS | N73743 | Minor | substantial |
The student pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during landing and the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action, which resulted in a colli…The student pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during landing and the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action, which resulted in a collision with terrain. |
| May 22, 2012 | Glendale, CA | N732JL | Minor | substantial |
The partial loss of engine power during descent for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the engine did not reveal…The partial loss of engine power during descent for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the engine did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation. |
| May 08, 2012 | Hanksville, UT | N28WF | Minor | substantial |
The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering at a low altitude in high density altitude conditions, which resulted in the airpl…The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering at a low altitude in high density altitude conditions, which resulted in the airplane’s inability to climb or maintain clearance from terrain. |
| May 07, 2012 | Culebra, PR | N24461 | Minor | substantial | The pilot's failure to remove the flight control lock before takeoff. |
| May 05, 2012 | Cambridge, NY | N5551R | Minor | substantial | The pilot’s loss of airplane control during a takeoff in variable crosswind conditions. |
| Apr 27, 2012 | Fowler's Bluff, FL | N6564X | Minor | substantial | The pilot's inadequate in-flight fuel management, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation. |
| Apr 22, 2012 | Wildorado, TX | N22857 | Minor | substantial | The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. |
| Apr 22, 2012 | Delle, UT | N2701F | Minor | substantial |
The pilot’s failure to properly monitor the environment during the departure from a gravel parking area and runway, which resulted in the airplane’s c…The pilot’s failure to properly monitor the environment during the departure from a gravel parking area and runway, which resulted in the airplane’s collision with a mound of gravel. |
| Apr 03, 2012 | Johnson Valley, CA | N6749A | Minor | substantial | The pilot did not properly secure the airplane prior to rotating the propeller by hand, resulting in inadvertent movement of the airplane. |
| Mar 24, 2012 | Colorado Springs, CO | N97LP | Minor | substantial | The pilot did not maintain control of the airplane during takeoff, which resulted in a hard landing and subsequent nose over. |
| Mar 10, 2012 | Orleans, VT | N738QF | Minor | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from a power line while conducting low-altitude flight. |
| Feb 27, 2012 | Denver, CO | N3196F | Minor | substantial | The pilot's improper decision to taxi in wind conditions that exceeded the airplane’s capability. |
| Feb 04, 2012 | Colorado Springs, CO | N2696C | Minor | substantial | The pilot did not extend the landing gear before landing. |
| Jan 28, 2012 | Clearwater, FL | N761HW | Minor | substantial |
The total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident testing of the engine did not reve…The total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident testing of the engine did not reveal any malfunctions or failures that would preclude normal operation. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s improper in-flight fuel management following the loss of engine power. |
| Jan 25, 2012 | Port Orange, FL | N7130U | Minor | substantial | The total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be conclusively determined during postaccident examination. |