Cessna Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 28016 events recorded from 1974 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 26, 2006 | Tuluksak, AK | N1453V | Minor | substantial |
The pilot's inadvertent stall/mush during takeoff-initial climb, which resulted in an in-flight collision with trees and terrain. Factors associated …The pilot's inadvertent stall/mush during takeoff-initial climb, which resulted in an in-flight collision with trees and terrain. Factors associated with the accident were the pilot's excessive loading of the airplane, his inadequate preflight planning, and a slush-covered runway. |
| Apr 14, 2006 | Lubbock, TX | N1966S | Minor | destroyed | An in-flight electrical fire for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing. |
| Apr 12, 2006 | Kenly, NC | N711WN | Minor | substantial |
The pilot's continued operation of the airplane with known deficiencies (tail wheel steering) which resulted in loss of directional control during the…The pilot's continued operation of the airplane with known deficiencies (tail wheel steering) which resulted in loss of directional control during the takeoff roll, and a ground loop. |
| Apr 10, 2006 | Passadumkeag, ME | N714EJ | Minor | substantial |
The partially blocked fuel line, which resulted in fuel starvation and a subsequent loss of engine power. Factors in the accident included inadequate…The partially blocked fuel line, which resulted in fuel starvation and a subsequent loss of engine power. Factors in the accident included inadequate maintenance, and the unsuitable terrain. |
| Apr 02, 2006 | Wells, NV | N57AB | Minor | substantial | the pilot's inadequate compensation for the gusty crosswind conditions and failure to maintain directional control. |
| Mar 16, 2006 | Sanford, FL | N25566 | Minor | substantial |
A loss of engine power during takeoff-initial climb due to contamination (debris) lodged in the carburetor jet, which resulted in a forced landing and…A loss of engine power during takeoff-initial climb due to contamination (debris) lodged in the carburetor jet, which resulted in a forced landing and collision with trees. |
| Mar 09, 2006 | Jesup, GA | N6540X | Minor | substantial |
The loss of engine power due to the fatigue failure of the crankshaft, which resulted in a forced landing, and an in-flight collision with trees. A f…The loss of engine power due to the fatigue failure of the crankshaft, which resulted in a forced landing, and an in-flight collision with trees. A factor associated with the accident was the failure of other maintenance personnel to comply with the engine manufacturer's service bulletin following a previous mishap. |
| Mar 07, 2006 | Compton, CA | N739NU | Minor | substantial | control interference by the student pilot during a go-around that resulted in an in-flight collision with power lines. |
| Feb 20, 2006 | Muncie, IN | N75593 | Minor | substantial | The loss of engine power during the final approach to land for an undetermined reason. |
| Jan 24, 2006 | Mariposa, CA | N4791C | Minor | substantial |
The failure of the maintenance personnel to follow the procedures in the TCM maintenance manual and adequately torque the engine through-bolts, which …The failure of the maintenance personnel to follow the procedures in the TCM maintenance manual and adequately torque the engine through-bolts, which led to the separation of the No. 6 cylinder and the catastrophic failure of the engine. |
| Jan 12, 2006 | Lexington, KY | N308M | Minor | substantial | Failure of the throttle cable. Contributing to the accident was unsuitable terrain for a forced landing. |
| Jan 10, 2006 | Antlers, OK | N2233Y | Minor | substantial |
The loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as result of the pilot's inadequate preflight planning. A contributing factor was the encounter with …The loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as result of the pilot's inadequate preflight planning. A contributing factor was the encounter with windshear during the forced landing. |
| Jan 07, 2006 | Ulysses, KS | N2912D | Minor | substantial | the pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing, resulting in a ground loop. |
| Jan 02, 2006 | Auburn, AL | N246PL | Minor | substantial | The pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point during landing which resulted in an overrun and subsequent on ground collision with a fence. |
| Jan 01, 2006 | Tulsa, OK | N18132 | Minor | substantial | The pilot's improper preflight planning and preparation, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. |
| Dec 28, 2005 | Greenville, NH | N2869U | Minor | substantial | The pilot's inadequate pre-flight inspection, which resulted in water-contaminated fuel in the engine and subsequent engine failure. |
| Dec 28, 2005 | Sweet Home, OR | N3199S | Minor | substantial |
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll, which resulted in the airplane exiting the paved runway surface, encounte…The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll, which resulted in the airplane exiting the paved runway surface, encountering muddy terrain and nosing over. Contributing factors were the night light condition and the muddy terrain. |
| Dec 24, 2005 | Portland, OR | N753FE | Minor | substantial | A partial loss of engine power for an undetermined reason during the initial takeoff climb resulting in an in-flight collision with objects. |
| Dec 21, 2005 | Algona, IA | N9292U | Minor | substantial |
The pilot's inadvertent flight into unexpected instrument conditions and his visual look out not possible during takeoff leading to the nose over duri…The pilot's inadvertent flight into unexpected instrument conditions and his visual look out not possible during takeoff leading to the nose over during the emergency landing after takeoff. Factors were the unexpected fog and the dark night conditions. |
| Dec 16, 2005 | Stuart, FL | N41805 | Minor | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during landing which resulted in an inadvertent stall and subsequent collision with terrain. |
| Dec 11, 2005 | Snohomish, WA | N2697X | Minor | substantial | The pilot's higher than normal airspeed on landing which resulted in a runway overrun. Contributing factors were the fog and the wet runway surface. |
| Dec 04, 2005 | Lansing, KS | N123F | Minor | substantial |
the pilot's inability to maintain aircraft control during the forced landing which resulted in a collision with terrain. A contributing factor was th…the pilot's inability to maintain aircraft control during the forced landing which resulted in a collision with terrain. A contributing factor was the pilot becoming ill during cruise flight. |
| Nov 19, 2005 | Show Low, AZ | N4562F | Minor | substantial | the pilot's inadequate compensation for crosswind conditions and failure to maintain directional control, which resulted in a ground loop. |
| Nov 16, 2005 | New Bern, NC | N821KF | Minor | substantial | The pilot's failure to activate the carburetor heat during approach resulting in a total loss of engine power due to carburetor ice. |
| Nov 15, 2005 | Southampton, NY | N117SA | Minor | substantial | The flight instructor's improper flare and his inadequate remedial action, which resulted in a hard landing. |