Cessna Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 28016 events recorded from 1974 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 15, 2023 | Spanish Fork, UT | N2572V | Incident | substantial | The retraction of the main landing gear for undetermined reasons. |
| Mar 11, 2023 | Belo Horizonte, OF | PT-FLK | Fatal (1) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Mar 11, 2023 | Gimpo, KS | HL1113 | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Mar 11, 2023 | Lewiston, ID | N7010Q | Incident | substantial |
The flight instructor’s inadequate fuel planning and improper in-flight decision-making, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel ex…The flight instructor’s inadequate fuel planning and improper in-flight decision-making, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. |
| Mar 10, 2023 | Van Nuys, CA | N73726 | Incident | substantial | The pilots failure to maintain directional control during takeoff. |
| Mar 07, 2023 | Homer, AK | N9697Q | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll, which resulted in a ground loop and impact with terrain. |
| Mar 07, 2023 | Hillsboro, OR | N25233 | Incident | minor | The student pilot’s failure to see and avoid another airplane during taxi. |
| Mar 07, 2023 | Queets, WA | N24289 | Fatal (1) | destroyed | The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from terrain for undetermined reasons. |
| Mar 07, 2023 | Miami, FL | N64535 | Incident | substantial | A total loss of engine power due to a lack of oil lubrication. |
| Mar 05, 2023 | Kinston, NC | N2527L | Incident | substantial | The airplane’s impact with two deer while performing a takeoff at night. |
| Mar 03, 2023 | Loreto, OF | OB-1100 | Minor | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Mar 01, 2023 | Hillsboro, TX | N3090X | Incident | substantial | Substantial damage for reasons undetermined based on the available evidence. |
| Feb 28, 2023 | Itzehoe, GE | N337BQ | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Feb 28, 2023 | Labelle, FL | N397ME | Incident | substantial | A malfunction of the airplane’s right main wheel brake, which resulted in a loss of control and runway excursion during landing. |
| Feb 28, 2023 | Nakina, OF | C-GMVB | Fatal (2) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Feb 27, 2023 | Hillsville, VA | N2991J | Fatal (1) | substantial | The pilot’s continued visual flight rules flight into instrument meteorological conditions, resulting in controlled flight into terrain. |
| Feb 25, 2023 | Princeton, MN | N208SP | Incident | substantial |
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll. Contributing to the accident, was the runway condition combined with a ri…The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll. Contributing to the accident, was the runway condition combined with a right crosswind. |
| Feb 24, 2023 | Ephraim, UT | N84717 | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s improper landing flare and loss of directional control. |
| Feb 19, 2023 | Moline, IL | N84688 | Incident | substantial | The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll in gusting crosswind conditions. |
| Feb 19, 2023 | Chatham, MA | N711PD | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to lower the landing gear before touchdown. |
| Feb 18, 2023 | Venus, TX | N6536G | Incident | substantial | The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. |
| Feb 18, 2023 | Montevideo, OF | LV-ZZN | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Feb 18, 2023 | Buckhannon, WV | N6597X | Incident | substantial |
A total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation. Contributing was the pilot’s decision to depart on the flight with an inoperative fuel selector v…A total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation. Contributing was the pilot’s decision to depart on the flight with an inoperative fuel selector valve. |
| Feb 17, 2023 | Mount Mayon, OF | RP-C2080 | Incident | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Feb 15, 2023 | Keystone Heights, FL | N2419V | Incident | substantial |
The pilot’s improper decision to perform an impromptu off-airport landing and his failure to maintain control of the airplane during the landing, whic…The pilot’s improper decision to perform an impromptu off-airport landing and his failure to maintain control of the airplane during the landing, which resulted in a nose-over. |
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.
Data source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database ·
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