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
Mar 30, 2011 Pikeville, KY N1914G Fatal (2) substantial
The pilot's flight below the published minimum descent altitude in instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in a collision with trees and …

The pilot's flight below the published minimum descent altitude in instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in a collision with trees and the ground. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's use of nighttime cold medication at doses above therapeutic levels that may have resulted in impairment and posed a hazard to flight safety.

Mar 24, 2011 Hot Springs, AR N70922 Fatal (2) substantial A total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Mar 24, 2011 Ashland, ME N724MT Fatal (1) substantial An inadvertent encounter with localized instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in spatial disorientation and a loss of control.
Mar 20, 2011 Daggett, CA N50MC Fatal (3) substantial
The pilot's decision to conduct the flight into a region of reported moderate to severe turbulence and icing conditions, followed by a loss of airplan…

The pilot's decision to conduct the flight into a region of reported moderate to severe turbulence and icing conditions, followed by a loss of airplane control and an aerodynamic spin from which the pilot did not recover.

Mar 20, 2011 Baraboo, WI N4178U Fatal (2) substantial
The student pilot’s inadequate preflight planning and his decision to continue the flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in…

The student pilot’s inadequate preflight planning and his decision to continue the flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in a subsequent loss of airplane control.

Mar 19, 2011 Butte, MT N4914A Fatal (1) substantial
The pilot's loss of airplane control during the missed approach for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the rapid and unforecast de…

The pilot's loss of airplane control during the missed approach for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the rapid and unforecast deterioration of the weather conditions to below the landing minimum and the pilot's decision to attempt the approach despite his knowledge of those conditions.

Mar 14, 2011 Calamar, CO HK1084 Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Mar 11, 2011 Smyrna, TN N310JR Fatal (1) substantial
The pilot's improper response to a known autopilot pitch divergence anomaly. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to perform a test f…

The pilot's improper response to a known autopilot pitch divergence anomaly. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to perform a test flight on a system for which he lacked a complete working knowledge.

Feb 26, 2011 Armentières sur Avre, FR F-GMGF Fatal (2) destroyed Under the jurisdiction and control of the French government.
Feb 24, 2011 Connersville, IN N3875C Fatal (1) substantial The pilot did not maintain control of the airplane while making a low-altitude turn during dark night conditions.
Feb 22, 2011 Tachira, VE YV2402 Fatal (6) destroyed Investigation pending
Feb 19, 2011 Ware Shoals, SC N3022J Fatal (1) substantial
The non-certificated pilot's impairment due to alcohol and a sedating antihistamine, which resulted in his failure to maintain airspeed and the subseq…

The non-certificated pilot's impairment due to alcohol and a sedating antihistamine, which resulted in his failure to maintain airspeed and the subsequent aerodynamic stall and ground impact.

Feb 18, 2011 Levelland, TX N325LA Fatal (2) substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during a landing and subsequent go-around with a crosswind.
Feb 16, 2011 New Smyrna Beach, FL N6345L Fatal (2) substantial
The flight instructor's failure to recognize or implement adequate remedial action to counter the effects of spatial disorientation. Contributing to t…

The flight instructor's failure to recognize or implement adequate remedial action to counter the effects of spatial disorientation. Contributing to the accident was the spatial disorientation experienced by one or both pilots.

Feb 05, 2011 Itinga, BR PT-FFG Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Feb 05, 2011 Bathurst Island, Australia, AS VH-XGX Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Jan 31, 2011 Novo Repartimento, BR PT-KAS Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Jan 30, 2011 Adrian, OR N3083Q Fatal (3) substantial The non-instrument-rated pilot did not maintain sufficient altitude to clear mountainous terrain while in cruise flight in the dark.
Jan 27, 2011 Isola Fossara, Perugia, IT I-AMCO Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Jan 22, 2011 Stanwood, WA N142HF Fatal (1) substantial
The pilot did not confirm retraction of the landing gear before landing on water as a result of distraction. Contributing to the accident was the pilo…

The pilot did not confirm retraction of the landing gear before landing on water as a result of distraction. Contributing to the accident was the pilot coping with the death of a close family member in the days before the accident, which resulted in a self-reported disruption in the quality of sleep.

Jan 21, 2011 Uljin Airport, KS HL1127 Fatal (2) substantial Investigation pending
Jan 18, 2011 North Myrtle Beach, SC N2100V Fatal (1) substantial The pilot's loss of airplane control during a missed approach due to spatial disorientation.
Jan 04, 2011 Walnut Grove, MO N1416F Fatal (1) substantial The pilot's loss of control for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's fatigue.
Jan 01, 2011 Orange, MA N6725X Fatal (1) substantial
The pilot did not maintain separation from trees during landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s inadequate preflight planning and lack o…

The pilot did not maintain separation from trees during landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s inadequate preflight planning and lack of recent night flight experience.

Dec 27, 2010 Loveland, CO N200EP Fatal (1) substantial The pilot's intentional flight into 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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