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 04, 2021 Aspen, CO N615RG Incident substantial
The malfunction of the landing gear handle for reasons that could not be determined, which caused the right main landing gear to collapse during the l…

The malfunction of the landing gear handle for reasons that could not be determined, which caused the right main landing gear to collapse during the landing roll.

Jun 03, 2021 RPSU-Porec, OF HA-TUB Incident minor Investigation pending
Jun 02, 2021 Washington, CA N3871L Incident substantial A total loss of engine power during an enroute climb due to a stuck exhaust valve and multiple failed piston compression rings.
May 31, 2021 Carlsbad, CA N47UP Incident substantial The student pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a bounced landing and subsequent loss of directional control.
May 29, 2021 Fields, OR N89257 Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing
May 28, 2021 Essex, UK N63EN Incident substantial Investigation pending
May 27, 2021 Prescott, AZ N155CT Incident substantial The pilot’s delayed deployment of the landing gear, which resulted in the collapse of the main landing gear.
May 23, 2021 Mesquite, NV N9557A Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during the landing roll, which resulted in a nosed over.
May 21, 2021 Phoenix, AZ XBBLB Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control after an encounter with a windshear during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion.
May 18, 2021 Minden, NV N8488M Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control while on approach in microburst or windshear conditions, which resulted in impact with a runway sign.
May 16, 2021 Finca El Estanco – Municipio de Tenjo, Cundinamrca, CO HK4418G Incident substantial Investigation pending
May 15, 2021 Brewton, AL N3396J Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering at low altitude, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and impact with the ground…

The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering at low altitude, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and impact with the ground.

May 13, 2021 Ribeirão Preto, BR PT-IIM Incident substantial Investigation pending
May 13, 2021 Tulsa, OK N8051B Incident substantial
The pilot’s inability to extend the main landing gear due to incomplete maintenance, which resulted in a partial wheels-up landing and the mechanic’s …

The pilot’s inability to extend the main landing gear due to incomplete maintenance, which resulted in a partial wheels-up landing and the mechanic’s failure to follow proper maintenance procedures that led to the loss of main landing gear system hydraulic pressure and the subsequent failure of the main landing gear to fully extend.

May 13, 2021 Gulf Shores, AL N5170K Incident substantial The flight instructor’s delayed remedial action, which resulted in a loss of control during an attempted go-around.
May 12, 2021 Johnson City, TN N6344E Incident substantial
The student pilot’s excessive airspeed during the landing approach and his delayed remedial action, which resulted in the airplane striking obstacles …

The student pilot’s excessive airspeed during the landing approach and his delayed remedial action, which resulted in the airplane striking obstacles during an aborted landing. Contributing was the pilot’s decision to land with a tailwind.

May 11, 2021 Neuquén, AR LV-GUK Incident unk Investigation pending
May 08, 2021 San Bernardino, CA N54PW Incident substantial
The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing and his subsequent inadequate pitch and airplane control during a go around which…

The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing and his subsequent inadequate pitch and airplane control during a go around which resulted in a nose landing gear collapse.

May 08, 2021 Tucson, AZ N54140 Incident substantial The student pilot’s improper pitch control and landing flare, which resulted in a hard bounce and subsequent porpoised landing.
May 08, 2021 Miami, FL N9795B Incident substantial The collapse of the left main landing gear for reasons that could not be determined.
May 07, 2021 Arlington, WA N31B Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing, with a crosswind, which resulted in a runway excursion and subsequent impact with …

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing, with a crosswind, which resulted in a runway excursion and subsequent impact with terrain.

May 07, 2021 Pucallpa, Ucayali, PE OB-1332 Incident substantial Investigation pending
May 06, 2021 Buffalo, WY N7770K Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll, which resulted in a ground loop and collision with terrain.
May 05, 2021 Lewiston, ID N733BT Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during taxiing in crosswind conditions, which resulted in a taxiway excursion and collision with a…

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during taxiing in crosswind conditions, which resulted in a taxiway excursion and collision with a fence.

May 02, 2021 Charleston, SC N803SC Incident substantial The airplane's impact with a deer during takeoff.
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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