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
Dec 29, 2020 Stowe, PA N6327F Incident substantial The pilot's loss of directional control while landing in a gusty crosswind, which resulted in a runway excursion and subsequent impact with terrain.
Dec 26, 2020 Locust Grove, GA N75825 Incident substantial The pilot’s improper recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in a loss of directional control and subsequent runway excursion.
Dec 26, 2020 Sela, OF PK-SNR Incident substantial Investigation pending
Dec 22, 2020 Culpeper, VA N505LP Incident substantial The pilot’s decision to land the airplane in crosswind conditions that exceeded the airplane’s maximum demonstrated crosswind velocity.
Dec 22, 2020 Madisonville, TN N4580C Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing rollout, which resulted in a ground loop.
Dec 22, 2020 Uberlandia, OF PR-HFT Incident substantial Investigation pending
Dec 21, 2020 Peyton, CO N5937G Incident substantial
The student pilot did not maintain directional control of the airplane while landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s diverted attention …

The student pilot did not maintain directional control of the airplane while landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s diverted attention to the incorrect flap setting.
Dec 18, 2020 Albion, NE N9590A Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing with a tailwind.
Dec 13, 2020 San Diego, CA N5098E Incident substantial A partial loss of engine power due to the fatigue fracture of the No. 3 exhaust valve rocker arm stud.
Dec 11, 2020 Dexter, ME N19801 Incident substantial The pilot’s loss of directional control while landing, which resulted in an encounter with snow and subsequent nose over.
Dec 02, 2020 Lufkin, TX N48DK Incident substantial
The pilot’s decision to land on a runway that did not provide enough length to stop the airplane given the wet surface conditions, resulting in a runw…

The pilot’s decision to land on a runway that did not provide enough length to stop the airplane given the wet surface conditions, resulting in a runway excursion.
Nov 27, 2020 Sanford, NC N53587 Incident substantial The pilot's loss of directional control during takeoff in crosswind conditions, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with terrain.
Nov 26, 2020 Hollister, MO N182PP Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain proper airspeed control during an instrument approach in instrument meteorological conditions, which led to a bounced …

The pilot’s failure to maintain proper airspeed control during an instrument approach in instrument meteorological conditions, which led to a bounced landing, collapsing the nose landing gear, and resulting in substantial damage.
Nov 24, 2020 Manville, NJ N23NJ Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain a proper glidepath while on approach to the runway, and the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action, which resulte…

The pilot’s failure to maintain a proper glidepath while on approach to the runway, and the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action, which resulted in the airplane colliding with a tree on final approach.
Nov 21, 2020 Twentynine Palms, CA N878AH Incident substantial
The pilot’s decision to takeoff with a known mechanical engine anomaly, and the failure of the No. 2-cylinder exhaust valve, which resulted in a total…

The pilot’s decision to takeoff with a known mechanical engine anomaly, and the failure of the No. 2-cylinder exhaust valve, which resulted in a total loss of engine power during the initial climb and subsequent impact with terrain.
Nov 20, 2020 Lawrence, KS N99HV Incident substantial The student pilot’s improper landing flare/touchdown which resulted in a hard landing.
Nov 19, 2020 El Paso, TX N5XY Incident substantial The pilot’s loss of control on takeoff during a touch and go landing, which resulted in a runway excursion.
Nov 18, 2020 Manville, NJ N734JF Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing in a gusty crosswind, which resulted in a runway excursion and noseover.
Nov 17, 2020 Johnson City, KS N2376N Incident substantial The pilot’s improper decision to fly the airplane at too low an altitude resulting in the airplane impacting terrain.
Nov 14, 2020 Ellenville, NY N5179G Incident substantial The failure of the right brake master cylinder lock seal spring washer.
Nov 06, 2020 Chandler, AZ N8700G Incident substantial The pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection and fuel planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Oct 30, 2020 Toussus-le-Noble, OF N517HC Incident substantial Investigation pending
Oct 30, 2020 Edinburg, TX N76933 Incident substantial The collapse of the airplane’s left main landing gear for a reason that could not be determined based upon the available evidence.
Oct 29, 2020 Port Moresby, OF P2-MEH Incident minor Investigation pending
Oct 28, 2020 Lebanon, OH N3537C Incident substantial Improper maintenance that resulted in a blocked crankcase breather port and a subsequent total loss of engine power.
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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