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 19, 2023 Red Lake, MN N46056 Incident substantial
The pilot’s inadequate landing surface evaluation and failure to stop the airplane on the frozen lake, which resulted the airplane continuing into a c…

The pilot’s inadequate landing surface evaluation and failure to stop the airplane on the frozen lake, which resulted the airplane continuing into a crack in the ice.

Dec 17, 2023 Stephenville, TX N4501E Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing that resulted in an impact with terrain.
Dec 17, 2023 Independence, OR N3992L Fatal (3) destroyed
The pilot’s decision to continue flight under visual flight rules into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in collision with an obsta…

The pilot’s decision to continue flight under visual flight rules into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in collision with an obstacle while landing.

Dec 15, 2023 Budapest, HU HA-BHI Incident substantial Investigation pending
Dec 13, 2023 Sapulpa, OK N6789R Incident substantial The total loss of engine power due to the failure of the left magneto and subsequent damage to a lead for the right magneto.
Dec 12, 2023 New Orleans, LA N7067W Incident substantial The improper maintenance of the main landing gear, which resulted in a collapse and overstress failure of the left main landing gear during landing.
Dec 12, 2023 Kapolei, HI N172CN Incident substantial The first pilot’s failure to maintain a stabilized approach, in gusty crosswind conditions, in an environment favoring wake turbulence.
Dec 11, 2023 Newport News, VA N733QJ Incident substantial An inflight collision with a bird during initial climb.
Dec 10, 2023 Lajas, PR N1707Q Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate clearance from bushes alongside the runway, which resulted in a loss of directional control during the takeof…

The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate clearance from bushes alongside the runway, which resulted in a loss of directional control during the takeoff.

Dec 08, 2023 Mount Vernon, AL N5952T Incident substantial The pilot’s decision to operate the airplane at a low altitude over a river, and his failure to maintain clearance from the river while maneuvering.
Dec 08, 2023 McGregor, TX N146TJ Incident substantial
The failure of the spring pin in the right propeller governor, which precluded the pilot from controlling the propeller pitch to maintain engine rpm, …

The failure of the spring pin in the right propeller governor, which precluded the pilot from controlling the propeller pitch to maintain engine rpm, resulting in a loss of engine thrust, excessive drag, and the subsequent forced landing to a field.

Dec 08, 2023 Miami, FL N955PT Incident substantial
The business jet flight crew’s failure to appropriately position their airplane to mitigate the impact of their extended duration, high-power engine r…

The business jet flight crew’s failure to appropriately position their airplane to mitigate the impact of their extended duration, high-power engine run, and their failure to adequately communicate these factors to air traffic control, which resulted in the accident airplane encountering their jet blast while taxiing.

Dec 07, 2023 Zephyrhills, FL N906KS Serious (2) substantial An aerodynamic stall from which the pilots did not recover while maneuvering in the airport traffic pattern.
Dec 02, 2023 Guayaibi, OF ZP-BDN Fatal (4) destroyed Investigation pending
Dec 02, 2023 Big Bear, CA N7LV Serious (1) substantial A loss of engine power during the initial climb for undetermined reasons, which resulted in an aborted takeoff and runway excursion.
Nov 30, 2023 Ipiranga do Norte, OF SCF-PP Incident substantial Investigation pending
Nov 30, 2023 Manitowoc, WI N8880T Minor substantial Maintenance personnel’s improper servicing of the magnetos, which resulted in their accelerated wear, failure, and the total loss of engine power.
Nov 29, 2023 Watsonville, CA N6212F Incident substantial An in-flight collision with a bird while in the initial climb.
Nov 29, 2023 Modesto, CA N9991N Incident substantial The failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing, which resulted in a nose over.
Nov 28, 2023 Quebec, CA C-FZHI Serious (1) substantial Investigation pending
Nov 27, 2023 Cameron Park, CA N170HT Minor substantial
A failure of the right brake master cylinder piston due to a faulty return spring, which resulted in a seized right main landing gear brake and a runw…

A failure of the right brake master cylinder piston due to a faulty return spring, which resulted in a seized right main landing gear brake and a runway excursion

Nov 27, 2023 Las Cruces, NM N5495K Incident substantial An encounter with a downdraft during an approach to land, which resulted in a hard landing.
Nov 26, 2023 Vera Cruz, OF PT-OOB Minor substantial Investigation pending
Nov 26, 2023 Casa Grande, AZ N2428R Minor substantial The loss of engine power during landing for undetermined reasons.
Nov 26, 2023 Council Bluffs, IA N475CW Incident substantial An in-flight collision with a bird during decent.
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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