Cessna Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 28016 events recorded from 1974 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 2021 | Martinsburg, WV | N805CP | Incident | substantial | The flight instructor’s loss of directional control after an aerodynamic stall at takeoff. |
| Jul 31, 2021 | Eugene, OR | N3186Y | Incident | substantial | Loss of directional control due to damage to the nosewheel strut that was sustained during a previous landing. |
| Jul 31, 2021 | Tannheim, GE | D-EEHR | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jul 28, 2021 | Paranam, OF | PZ-TBG | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jul 27, 2021 | Patterson, LA | N148LP | Incident | substantial |
The mechanic’s failure to properly secure the throttle arm rendering it loose and inoperable after takeoff, which resulted in a total loss of engine p…The mechanic’s failure to properly secure the throttle arm rendering it loose and inoperable after takeoff, which resulted in a total loss of engine power. |
| Jul 27, 2021 | Peyton, CO | N6162R | Incident | substantial |
The pilot’s fuel mismanagement that resulted in a complete loss of engine power during climb and subsequent impact with terrain during a forced landin…The pilot’s fuel mismanagement that resulted in a complete loss of engine power during climb and subsequent impact with terrain during a forced landing. |
| Jul 27, 2021 | Farmingdale, NY | N73334 | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance with a fuel truck while taxiing |
| Jul 25, 2021 | Bloomsburg, PA | N76596 | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s loss of directional control during the landing rollout, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with terrain. |
| Jul 24, 2021 | Rock Springs, WY | N419TT | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s improper pitch control during takeoff which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and subsequent hard landing |
| Jul 24, 2021 | Rock Falls, IL | N7893F | Incident | substantial |
The right seat pilot’s improper decision to perform a low approach with full flaps and the failure of the flaps to retract during the attempted go-aro…The right seat pilot’s improper decision to perform a low approach with full flaps and the failure of the flaps to retract during the attempted go-around, which resulted in a forced landing. |
| Jul 23, 2021 | Arden, NC | N3059X | Incident | substantial | The inadequate inspection of the throttle control cable assembly, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power during cruise flight. |
| Jul 22, 2021 | Almoguera, SP | EC-DCP | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jul 22, 2021 | Brooksville, FL | N472SP | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain an appropriate distance between the airplane and hangar, which resulted in substantial damage to the right wing. |
| Jul 22, 2021 | Caddo Mills, TX | N84BC | Incident | substantial |
The missing vertical stabilizer hardware, which resulted in a severe uncommanded yawing motion that necessitated an emergency landing, during which th…The missing vertical stabilizer hardware, which resulted in a severe uncommanded yawing motion that necessitated an emergency landing, during which the airplane nosed over and sustained substantial damage to the vertical stabilizer. |
| Jul 21, 2021 | Renton, WA | N46287 | Incident | substantial | The boat operator’s failure to remain a safe distance from the floatplane during the takeoff run, which resulted in a collision. |
| Jul 21, 2021 | Reading, PA | N46CF | Incident | substantial |
The captain’s improper decision to continue an unstabilized approach despite several go-around calls by the pilot monitoring, which resulted in a runw…The captain’s improper decision to continue an unstabilized approach despite several go-around calls by the pilot monitoring, which resulted in a runway excursion and substantial damage to the pressure vessel. |
| Jul 19, 2021 | Brenham, TX | N9024M | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during takeoff from a rough field. |
| Jul 19, 2021 | Rochester, NY | N489MA | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s excessive speed and improper landing flare which resulted in abnormal runway contact, porpoising, and substantial damage. |
| Jul 14, 2021 | Eteringbang, OF | 8R-ABK | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jul 11, 2021 | Elba, AL | N8172S | Incident | substantial |
The partial loss of engine power due to the formation of carburetor ice, which resulted in reduced climb capability and impact with trees during takeo…The partial loss of engine power due to the formation of carburetor ice, which resulted in reduced climb capability and impact with trees during takeoff. |
| Jul 11, 2021 | Eagle Butte, SD | N5340R | Incident | substantial | A total loss of engine power due to the fatigue failure of the No. 6 connecting rod. |
| Jul 11, 2021 | Rampart, AK | N2583C | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s selection of unsuitable terrain for landing, which resulted in a nose over. |
| Jul 10, 2021 | Petaluma, CA | N996RA | Incident | substantial |
The pilot’s improper landing flare which resulted in a hard landing following a partial loss of electrical power. Contributing to the accident was the…The pilot’s improper landing flare which resulted in a hard landing following a partial loss of electrical power. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s distraction and hampered visual function. |
| Jul 09, 2021 | Missoula, MT | N6856R | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to extend the landing gear during landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to use a pre-landing checklist. |
| Jul 06, 2021 | Kenney Lake, AK | N185YT | Incident | substantial |
The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate clearance from a tree during takeoff, which resulted in a loss of directional control and impact with terrain…The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate clearance from a tree during takeoff, which resulted in a loss of directional control and impact with terrain. |