Cessna Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 28016 events recorded from 1974 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2023 | Trimble River Valley, AK | N2586R | Incident | substantial |
The pilot’s selection of unsuitable terrain for landing, which resulted in the left main landing gear (MLG) tire impacting a rock, resulting in the se…The pilot’s selection of unsuitable terrain for landing, which resulted in the left main landing gear (MLG) tire impacting a rock, resulting in the separation of the MLG wheel, and the subsequent loss of directional control. |
| Sep 23, 2023 | Monacalieri, OF | I-FFSW | Serious (1) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Sep 22, 2023 | Midland, TX | N391SP | Incident | substantial | The student pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing, and the nose landing gear collapse. |
| Sep 21, 2023 | Montrose, CO | N5460Q | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll with a gusting quartering headwind. |
| Sep 21, 2023 | Monument Valley, UT | N63130 | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control after encountering a wind gust on the landing roll, which resulted in a ground loop. |
| Sep 20, 2023 | Compton, CA | N733ZN | Minor | substantial |
The total loss of engine power on takeoff due to water-contaminated fuel. Contributing to the accident was the inadequately maintained fuel system, wh…The total loss of engine power on takeoff due to water-contaminated fuel. Contributing to the accident was the inadequately maintained fuel system, which resulted in water entering the fuel tanks through the filler caps. |
| Sep 20, 2023 | Challis, ID | N3923G | Incident | substantial |
The failure of the left main landing gear spring assembly due to a fatigue crack. Contributing to the accident was the improper maintenance on the lan…The failure of the left main landing gear spring assembly due to a fatigue crack. Contributing to the accident was the improper maintenance on the landing gear spring assembly which allowed corrosion to develop. |
| Sep 18, 2023 | Homer, AK | N7558H | Incident | substantial | A total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. |
| Sep 18, 2023 | Winston-Salem, NC | N1451U | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s loss of directional control upon landing which resulted in substantial damage to the left wing and left horizontal stabilizer. |
| Sep 17, 2023 | Doutor Ulysses, OF | PP-DSX | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Sep 17, 2023 | South Saint Paul, MN | N6398G | Incident | substantial |
The pilot’s inadvertent brake application during takeoff which resulted in a loss of directional control and runway excursion. Contributing to the acc…The pilot’s inadvertent brake application during takeoff which resulted in a loss of directional control and runway excursion. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s improper seat position. |
| Sep 17, 2023 | Bamberg, GE | D-EOLP | Fatal (1) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Sep 14, 2023 | Prospect, TN | N8443M | Minor | substantial | A loss of engine power due to the fatigue failure of the No. 6 cylinder exhaust valve rocker boss. |
| Sep 14, 2023 | La Paragua, OF | L1PL | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Sep 14, 2023 | Cortland, NY | N5269G | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing in a gusting crosswind, which resulted in a noseover. Contributing was the pilot’s l…The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing in a gusting crosswind, which resulted in a noseover. Contributing was the pilot’s lack of familiarity with the airplane. |
| Sep 14, 2023 | Cross Keys, NJ | N2880S | Serious (1) | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed during the banner pickup, which resulted in a low altitude aerodynamic stall/spin. |
| Sep 13, 2023 | West Bend, WI | N529ER | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s inadequate landing flare that resulted in a hard landing and impact with the runway. |
| Sep 12, 2023 | Healy, AK | N34VV | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s selection of an unsuitable landing site, resulting in a nose over. |
| Sep 10, 2023 | Beluga, AK | N124UA | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s delayed go-around decision with insufficient runway remaining. |
| Sep 06, 2023 | Huntsville, TX | N6059G | Fatal (2) | substantial |
A partial loss of engine power due to fuel starvation caused by a fuel system blockage, and the flight instructor’s subsequent failure to maintain ade…A partial loss of engine power due to fuel starvation caused by a fuel system blockage, and the flight instructor’s subsequent failure to maintain adequate airspeed after the loss of engine power, which resulted in the airplane exceeding its critical angle of attack and entering an aerodynamic stall at a low altitude. |
| Sep 06, 2023 | Santa Rosa, CA | N2210R | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to configure the landing gear during the landing approach. |
| Sep 04, 2023 | Marble Canyon, AZ | N9328U | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s loss of airplane control after an encounter with windshear during takeoff which resulted in collision with terrain. |
| Sep 03, 2023 | Eden Prairie, MN | N5254D | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during a landing with a left crosswind. |
| Sep 03, 2023 | Neola, IA | N1374F | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s inadequate fuel planning and improper in-flight decision-making, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. |
| Sep 01, 2023 | Plover, WI | N172SP | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s inadequate fuel management which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation. |