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
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.
Oct 19, 2023 Barrancabermeja, OF HK-2465G Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Oct 19, 2023 Barwon Heads Geelong, AS VH-UMV Serious (1) substantial Investigation pending
Oct 18, 2023 Bandera, WA N734LJ Incident substantial The pilot’s decision to land at a closed water-soaked grass runway, which resulted in a runway excursion.
Oct 18, 2023 Pueblo, CO N9597X Incident substantial
The fatigue failure of the right main landing gear hydraulic actuator, which resulted in a loss of hydraulic fluid that prevented the pilot from lower…

The fatigue failure of the right main landing gear hydraulic actuator, which resulted in a loss of hydraulic fluid that prevented the pilot from lowering the landing gear to the fully extended position.

Oct 16, 2023 Pacencia-Yacma, BH V3-HIN Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Oct 15, 2023 Monêtier-Allemont, FR F-HSLE Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Oct 12, 2023 Patterson, LA N880A Fatal (2) destroyed
The pilot’s failure to properly set the elevator trim before takeoff, which resulted in an exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack and a…

The pilot’s failure to properly set the elevator trim before takeoff, which resulted in an exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack and an aerodynamic stall during takeoff.

Oct 12, 2023 Boise, ID N682JS Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while taxiing, which resulted in impact with a fence.
Oct 09, 2023 Duxford, UK N2366D Incident substantial Investigation pending
Oct 08, 2023 Merriton, AS VH-RSB Fatal (2) unk Investigation pending
Oct 06, 2023 Riesel, TX N2444H Incident substantial An in-flight collision with a bird.
Oct 04, 2023 Venice, OF OK-TKN Serious (1) substantial Investigation pending
Oct 02, 2023 Hayward, CA N121CB Incident substantial
The pilot’s sudden incapacitation from effects of a previously undiagnosed underlying heart disease, which resulted in his loss of control of the airp…

The pilot’s sudden incapacitation from effects of a previously undiagnosed underlying heart disease, which resulted in his loss of control of the airplane and subsequent impact with terrain.

Oct 02, 2023 Arlington, TX N397ES Minor substantial
A reported loss of engine power during the landing approach due to undetermined reasons, which resulted in a forced landing and collision with a fence…

A reported loss of engine power during the landing approach due to undetermined reasons, which resulted in a forced landing and collision with a fence.

Oct 02, 2023 Campo Grande, OF PR-XIC Incident substantial Investigation pending
Oct 01, 2023 Olathe, KS N357HT Incident substantial The pilot’s mismanagement of the available fuel which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.
Oct 01, 2023 Lake Placid, NY N545PZ Fatal (2) substantial
A partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s inadequate preflight weight and balance planning…

A partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s inadequate preflight weight and balance planning and his aggressive low altitude maneuvering, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and loss of control.

Sep 30, 2023 Towanda, PA N747UC Incident substantial A total loss of engine power during initial climb for undetermined reasons.
Sep 30, 2023 Port Clinton, OH N34PL Minor substantial The pilot’s failure to detect and avoid unmarked powerline(s) while attempting to take off from a river.
Sep 30, 2023 Gilford, NH N6312G Fatal (1) substantial
The pilot’s loss of control during visual flight rules flight in night instrument meteorological conditions due to spatial disorientation. Contributin…

The pilot’s loss of control during visual flight rules flight in night instrument meteorological conditions due to spatial disorientation. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s motivation to depart on the flight despite being made aware that conditions might be unsafe and his continuation of the flight as weather conditions deteriorated.

Sep 30, 2023 UK, OF D-EDDH Fatal (1) unk Investigation pending
Sep 30, 2023 Greensboro, GA N9522L Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from a light pole during taxi.
Sep 29, 2023 Mashava, OF Z-CAM Fatal (5) substantial Investigation pending
Sep 27, 2023 Redding, CA N17274 Incident substantial The student pilot’s loss of airplane control during takeoff, which resulted in a bounced landing and impact with the airport’s windsock.
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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