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
Jun 13, 2007 Lakewood, WI N736MV Minor substantial The amphibian nose wheel strut assembly separated due to an overload fracture as a result of the manufacturer's inadequate design.
Jun 12, 2007 Ludlow, CA N340WS Minor substantial
The loss of engine power from both engines due to fuel starvation resulting from the pilot's improper fuel tank selector position. Contributing facto…

The loss of engine power from both engines due to fuel starvation resulting from the pilot's improper fuel tank selector position. Contributing factors were the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection and the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.

Jun 10, 2007 Greensboro, GA N1786Q Minor substantial The pilot's failure to retract the wing flaps during a go-around, which resulted in a stall, and uncontrolled descent, and an impact with terrain.
Jun 02, 2007 Happy, TX N53377 Minor destroyed An in-flight fire while maneuvering for an undetermined reason.
Jun 02, 2007 Wendover, UT N65755 Minor destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
Jun 02, 2007 Cheneyville, LA N3356R Minor substantial
The loss of engine power while climbing due to the pilot's failure to refuel the airplane prior to fuel exhaustion. A factor associated with the acci…

The loss of engine power while climbing due to the pilot's failure to refuel the airplane prior to fuel exhaustion. A factor associated with the accident was the soft terrain at the forced landing site.

May 28, 2007 Napa, CA N7395C Minor substantial Failure of the number 5 connecting rod due to oil starvation.
May 28, 2007 Grand Junction, CO N3408Y Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the take-off roll. A factor contributing to the accident was the crosswind.
May 23, 2007 Leesburg, VA N3982S Minor substantial The loss of engine power that resulted from the failure of an exhaust valve rocker arm during cruise.
May 19, 2007 Fabens, TX N3863J Minor substantial The pilot's failure to compensate for the existing wind conditions during takeoff. A contributing factor was the crosswind.
May 09, 2007 Shelby, OH N8469L Minor substantial
The pilot's failure to properly achieve the correct touch down point which resulted in a runway over run and subsequent nose over into a ditch. Other …

The pilot's failure to properly achieve the correct touch down point which resulted in a runway over run and subsequent nose over into a ditch. Other factors were the pilot's improper decision to land with a tailwind and the ditch.

May 09, 2007 Houston, TX N25945 Minor substantial The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing. A contributing factor was the prevailing crosswind.
May 08, 2007 Oxford, ME N80132 Minor substantial The student pilot's failure to maintain a climb during a go-around resulting in collision with an embankment.
May 06, 2007 Sonoma, CA N45316 Minor substantial The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind conditions and failure to maintain directional control while landing.
May 05, 2007 Montgomery, NY N12152 Minor substantial The pilot's improper flare while landing, which resulted in a loss of directional control and collision with terrain.
Apr 30, 2007 Brigham City, UT N180GW Minor substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Factors include variable winds, and crosswinds, and an abrupt drop-off at…

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Factors include variable winds, and crosswinds, and an abrupt drop-off at the runway shoulder.

Apr 30, 2007 Perris, CA N177R Minor substantial a loss of engine power while in cruise flight due to an improperly installed magneto housing by the owner/pilot.
Apr 29, 2007 Amery, WI N50486 Minor substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the aborted landing attempt which resulted in the airplane impacting trees. A misjudged…

The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the aborted landing attempt which resulted in the airplane impacting trees. A misjudged flare, subsequent bounced landing, and gusty wind conditions were contributing factors.

Apr 26, 2007 Watsonville, CA N1557Q Minor substantial a partial loss of engine power for undertermined reasons during takeoff.
Apr 22, 2007 Paw Paw, MI N8893S Minor substantial
The student pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions while on final approach. Contributing factors to the accident were the gusting wind c…

The student pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions while on final approach. Contributing factors to the accident were the gusting wind conditions and the trees.

Apr 21, 2007 Russellville, KY N299AA Minor substantial A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons, during the initial climb after an aborted landing.
Apr 20, 2007 Peach Springs, AZ N35562 Minor substantial
The pilot's failure to adequately compensate for the gusty wind condition encountered on final approach, resulting in a loss of control and an in-flig…

The pilot's failure to adequately compensate for the gusty wind condition encountered on final approach, resulting in a loss of control and an in-flight collision with a dirt berm. A contributing factor was the gusty wind condition.

Apr 19, 2007 Los Angeles, CA N7546X Minor substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during performance of a go around, resulting in an inadvertent stall and in-flight collision with th…

The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during performance of a go around, resulting in an inadvertent stall and in-flight collision with the ground.

Apr 17, 2007 Oak Glen, CA N49902 Minor destroyed
The flight instructors failure to maintain clearance from trees while maneuvering. Contributing factors were the downdraft weather condition, and the…

The flight instructors failure to maintain clearance from trees while maneuvering. Contributing factors were the downdraft weather condition, and the tree.

Apr 15, 2007 Marietta, OK N3280Y Minor substantial
The airplane noseover due to the pilot's failure to obtain current NOTAM information on the closed airport. A contributing factor was the unsuitable …

The airplane noseover due to the pilot's failure to obtain current NOTAM information on the closed airport. A contributing factor was the unsuitable terrain.

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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