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
Nov 24, 2023 Panama City, PM N76MD Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Nov 21, 2023 McCarthy, AK N91393 Incident substantial The pilot’s loss of directional control after touchdown which resulted in substantial damage to the right wing.
Nov 20, 2023 Blairstown, NJ N739MK Incident substantial
The student pilot’s improper control inputs and the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action, which resulted in a loss of control during an attempt…

The student pilot’s improper control inputs and the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action, which resulted in a loss of control during an attempted go-around.

Nov 18, 2023 Woodland, WA N6266K Incident substantial The flight instructor’s inadequate preflight planning, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and a total loss of engine power.
Nov 18, 2023 Barataria, LA N61919 Incident substantial A recreational boat crossed in front of the airplane’s path during landing on the water which resulted in the airplane colliding with the boat.
Nov 17, 2023 Dinslaken, GE D-EDJL Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Nov 16, 2023 San Diego, CA N1400 Fatal (1) substantial
A total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. Contributing to the accident were the pilot’s inadequate flight and fuel planning and his decisio…

A total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. Contributing to the accident were the pilot’s inadequate flight and fuel planning and his decision to fly in night instrument meteorological conditions despite his lack of recent instrument flight.

Nov 14, 2023 Provo, UT N3971L Fatal (2) substantial
The pilot's exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack during a chandelle maneuver, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and descent into…

The pilot's exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack during a chandelle maneuver, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and descent into trees and terrain. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s decision to maneuver into a canyon and rising terrain for unknown reasons and his inadequate performance planning.

Nov 13, 2023 Licab Zaragosa, RP RP-C8840 Incident substantial Investigation pending
Nov 13, 2023 Hayden, ID N86H Minor substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed and his exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack, which resulted in a loss of control a…

The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed and his exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack, which resulted in a loss of control and subsequent stall during a precautionary landing. Contributing to the accident was the improper maintenance performed by unknown personnel, which resulted in a partial loss of throttle control of the left engine.

Nov 13, 2023 Frederick, MD N9515X Incident substantial
A failure of a hydraulic filter, which preluded normal extension of the landing gear. Also causal was the pilot’s failure to confirm that he landing g…

A failure of a hydraulic filter, which preluded normal extension of the landing gear. Also causal was the pilot’s failure to confirm that he landing gear was extended before landing, which resulted in a gear up landing.

Nov 11, 2023 Lake City, FL N977SM Incident substantial A landing gear collapse following an aborted takeoff due to degraded climb performance for reasons that could not be determined.
Nov 10, 2023 Ponte de Sor, PO D-ERIT Fatal (2) unk Investigation pending
Nov 10, 2023 Orlando, FL N91PF Minor substantial A partial loss of engine power during initial climb after takeoff for undetermined reasons.
Nov 10, 2023 Sunshine Coast, AS VH-VPY Fatal (3) unk Investigation pending
Oct 31, 2023 Pembroke Pines, FL N140FS Serious (1) substantial
The pilot’s loss of airplane control and descent into terrain due to spatial disorientation during a solo night cross country flight. Contributing to …

The pilot’s loss of airplane control and descent into terrain due to spatial disorientation during a solo night cross country flight. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s self-reported fatigue.

Oct 29, 2023 Rio Branco, OF PT-MEE Fatal (12) destroyed Investigation pending
Oct 28, 2023 Paris, OF F-HMSG Incident minor Investigation pending
Oct 28, 2023 Williamston, NC N19YM Serious (2) substantial Loss of directional control to avoid a deer during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with a culvert.
Oct 27, 2023 Orangeville, UT N915DV Fatal (1) substantial The pilot's controlled flight into mountainous terrain for reasons that could not be determined.
Oct 27, 2023 Long Beach, CA N24CV Incident
The local controller’s poor judgment in prioritization of their ground traffic ahead of their airborne traffic, that became a distraction and led to a…

The local controller’s poor judgment in prioritization of their ground traffic ahead of their airborne traffic, that became a distraction and led to a loss of situational awareness resulting in a near midair collision. Contributing to the incident was the controller in charge’s ineffective oversight.

Oct 25, 2023 Atlanta, GA N7981E Incident substantial
The flight instructor’s inadequate remedial action and the student pilot’s failure to relinquish the flight controls as directed by the flight instruc…

The flight instructor’s inadequate remedial action and the student pilot’s failure to relinquish the flight controls as directed by the flight instructor, resulting in a loss of control and nose over.

Oct 21, 2023 Richmond, VA N7716G Incident substantial The loss of engine power due to a restriction of fuel flow as a result of a fractured float bracket in the carburetor.
Oct 21, 2023 Orangeburg, SC N7607T Incident substantial
The student pilot’s failure to maintain adequate clearance from a fuel truck while taxiing. Also contributing was the flight instructor’s inadequate m…

The student pilot’s failure to maintain adequate clearance from a fuel truck while taxiing. Also contributing was the flight instructor’s inadequate monitoring of the student pilot.

Oct 20, 2023 The Dalles, OR N6308Q Minor substantial The pilot’s encounter with severe turbulence at night which resulted in an extended downwind and collision with wires during the base turn.
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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