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
Aug 25, 2009 Rockaway, NJ N6117R Minor substantial A total loss of engine power due to oil starvation for undetermined reasons.
Aug 25, 2009 Chugiak, AK N4601A Minor substantial The pilot’s delayed use of carburetor heat while operating in conditions conducive to carburetor icing.
Aug 22, 2009 Fairmount, GA N61022 Minor substantial A total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of a contaminated fuel strainer.
Aug 02, 2009 Gateway, CO N61TM Minor substantial The pilot's inability to maintain directional control due to soft runway conditions.
Jul 31, 2009 Black River Falls, WI N2108Q Minor substantial The loss of engine power during cruise due to the number two cylinder piston connecting rod failure for undetermined reasons.
Jul 31, 2009 Iowa Falls, IA N989TP Minor substantial Both pilots' failure to execute adequate visual lookout, resulting in the two airplanes colliding over the runway.
Jul 27, 2009 Towanda, PA N2980X Minor substantial The failure of the pilot to maintain control of the airplane during a go around following a bounced landing.
Jul 16, 2009 Morristown, TN N7227E Minor substantial The partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Jul 14, 2009 Boyd, TX N2446F Minor substantial A total loss of engine power due to the pilot's improper leaning procedures, resulting in a forced landing and collision with a fence.
Jul 12, 2009 Elwood, NE N4990Q Minor substantial The pilot's inability to maintain a climb after takeoff due to wind shift or downdraft.
Jul 06, 2009 Wilson Bar, ID N71186 Minor destroyed
The pilot’s misjudged approach that led to a long landing and his failure to execute a go-around when he realized that he overshot his intended point …

The pilot’s misjudged approach that led to a long landing and his failure to execute a go-around when he realized that he overshot his intended point of landing.

Jun 27, 2009 USAFA, CO N52298 Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain a safe flying airspeed resulting in an inadvertent stall during the go-around.
Jun 24, 2009 Porterdale, GA N8272Z Minor substantial
The loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's use of improper fuel caps. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s sel…

The loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's use of improper fuel caps. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s selection of an unsuitable area for landing.

Jun 23, 2009 Elyria, OH N34508 Minor substantial
The student pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control and adequate airspeed during the aborted landing, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall at a…

The student pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control and adequate airspeed during the aborted landing, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall at a low altitude.

Jun 22, 2009 McCall, ID N12463 Minor substantial
A total loss of engine power during descent due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's failure to determine the fuel quantity prior to departur…

A total loss of engine power during descent due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's failure to determine the fuel quantity prior to departure.

Jun 17, 2009 Crooked Creek, AK N1623U Minor substantial A total loss of engine power for an undetermined reason.
Jun 15, 2009 Islesboro, ME N33243 Minor substantial A loss of engine power due to fuel contamination.
Jun 10, 2009 Fredericksburg, TX N8280M Minor substantial A total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
May 25, 2009 Lumberton, NJ N49396 Minor substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during initial climb, which resulted in a loss of adequate airspeed and a subsequent aerodynamic stal…

The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during initial climb, which resulted in a loss of adequate airspeed and a subsequent aerodynamic stall.

May 23, 2009 Skiatook, OK N4892D Minor substantial Loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
May 21, 2009 Baton Rouge, LA N17214 Minor substantial
The partial loss of engine power due to the instructor pilot's failure to use carburetor heat while operating in conditions conducive to carburetor ic…

The partial loss of engine power due to the instructor pilot's failure to use carburetor heat while operating in conditions conducive to carburetor icing. Contributing to the accident was the instructor pilot's decision to attempt a return to the departure airport with degraded engine performance.

May 17, 2009 Burlington, WA N70323 Minor substantial Failure of the pilot to maintain adequate visual lookout during the approach.
May 08, 2009 Alpine, TX N60HG Minor substantial The loss of engine power due to disengagement of the magneto idler gear support pin.
May 07, 2009 Santa Rosa, CA N2722T Minor substantial A total loss of engine power on final approach for undetermined reasons.
May 06, 2009 Bethel, AK N629SP Minor substantial
The pilot’s failure to remove visible frost from the wings during the preflight inspection, and his failure to maintain adequate airspeed to avoid a s…

The pilot’s failure to remove visible frost from the wings during the preflight inspection, and his failure to maintain adequate airspeed to avoid a stall. Contributing to the accident were conditions conducive to structural icing/frost.

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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