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
Feb 18, 2010 Carthage, NC N731DS Minor substantial A total loss of engine power during the initial climb after takeoff for undetermined reasons.
Feb 18, 2010 Albany, OH N9771B Minor substantial
The pilot’s decision to initiate and continue the flight into known icing conditions with an airplane not properly equipped for flight into icing cond…

The pilot’s decision to initiate and continue the flight into known icing conditions with an airplane not properly equipped for flight into icing conditions which exceeded the capabilities of the airplane.

Feb 14, 2010 Genoa City, WI N24CV Minor substantial
A total loss of engine power due to the failure of the bolts that held in place the connecting rods to the engine's No. 3 and No. 4 cylinders as a res…

A total loss of engine power due to the failure of the bolts that held in place the connecting rods to the engine's No. 3 and No. 4 cylinders as a result of the engine overhaul facility's improper installation of the bolts during a recent overhaul.

Jan 23, 2010 Reno, NV N8948T Minor substantial A total loss of engine power during cruise due to oil starvation as a result of foreign material blockage of the oil pickup tube.
Jan 18, 2010 Cedar Rapids, IA N8584X Minor substantial
The pilot's continued visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions and his failure to maintain a proper glidepath during the approach. Cont…

The pilot's continued visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions and his failure to maintain a proper glidepath during the approach. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of instrument proficiency.

Jan 09, 2010 Chico, CA N3160N Minor substantial The pilot’s inadequate weather evaluation and failure to maintain clearance from trees while maneuvering in low visibility conditions.
Jan 07, 2010 Palm Springs, CA N2171C Minor substantial The pilot's improper use of brakes during landing.
Jan 06, 2010 Ramona, CA N35414 Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during a touch-and-go landing.
Jan 05, 2010 Brownstown, IL N10401 Minor substantial A total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the student pilot becoming lost/disoriented in flight.
Dec 25, 2009 Bowie, TX N21177 Minor substantial
A total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's failure to properly secure the right wing fuel cap and monitor the avai…

A total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's failure to properly secure the right wing fuel cap and monitor the available fuel supply.

Dec 17, 2009 Corona, CA N8520U Minor substantial A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Nov 29, 2009 Hillsboro Beach, FL N19318 Minor substantial A total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Nov 01, 2009 Mineral Canyon, UT N2729N Minor substantial The pilot's incorrect use of brakes, which resulted in the airplane nosing over.
Oct 27, 2009 Walsh, CO N7464E Minor substantial
A partial loss of engine power due to failure of the No. 2 cylinder as a result of the failure of the repair facility to properly torque the lower fou…

A partial loss of engine power due to failure of the No. 2 cylinder as a result of the failure of the repair facility to properly torque the lower four nuts on the cylinder.

Oct 18, 2009 Rifle, CO N7217S Minor substantial The pilot’s failure to properly identify the power lever and, instead, manipulating the propeller condition lever.
Oct 17, 2009 Honolulu, HI N5329L Minor substantial The student pilot's distraction and subsequent loss of airplane control after the cabin window opened during the takeoff roll.
Oct 16, 2009 Johnson City, KS N454TG Minor substantial The pilot's delayed action in applying full power during a go-around after flying into a fog bank.
Sep 27, 2009 Factoryville, PA N5123E Minor substantial
The flight instructor's delayed decision to take control of the airplane and execute a missed approach. Contributing to the accident was the lack of c…

The flight instructor's delayed decision to take control of the airplane and execute a missed approach. Contributing to the accident was the lack of communication between the certificated flight instructor and the pilot receiving instruction.

Sep 16, 2009 Santa Paula, CA N326DW Minor substantial A total loss of engine power during takeoff for undetermined reasons.
Sep 13, 2009 Park Rapids, MN N523ND Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain a proper climb rate during a night takeoff.
Sep 13, 2009 Hillsville, VA N734TV Minor substantial The total loss of engine power for an undetermined reason.
Sep 11, 2009 Chemehuevi Valley, CA N2819R Minor substantial The pilot's improper flare while landing with a tailwind, resulting in a bounced landing.
Sep 11, 2009 Dalhart, TX N2929N Minor substantial The pilot’s decision to land with a tailwind resulting in a loss of directional control.
Aug 28, 2009 Ballard, WA N682RC Minor substantial
The pilot's precautionary water landing with partially extended landing gear. Contributing to the accident was the unidentified anomaly with the airpl…

The pilot's precautionary water landing with partially extended landing gear. Contributing to the accident was the unidentified anomaly with the airplane's electrical system, which rendered the gear position indicator system inoperative.

Aug 26, 2009 La Tortuga, VE YV1182 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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