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
Sep 20, 2020 San Antonio, TX N4019V Incident substantial The pilot’s inadequate compensation for gusting crosswind conditions while landing, which resulted a loss of lateral control and impact with a fence.
Sep 18, 2020 Hollywood, FL N234ME Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during a crosswind takeoff, which resulted in a collision with airport lights and a sign.
Sep 17, 2020 Palatine, IL N2699V Incident substantial The loss of partial engine power due to fuel starvation during departure which resulted in a forced landing and collision with a utility pole.
Sep 13, 2020 Kiana, AK N3068A Incident substantial The pilot’s improper decision to perform a takeoff from an unsuitable surface, which resulted in a loss of control and nose over.
Sep 08, 2020 Snohomish, WA N946SF Incident substantial
The solo student pilot's improper landing flare, which resulted in a bounced landing and his subsequent improper go-around, which resulted in an impac…

The solo student pilot's improper landing flare, which resulted in a bounced landing and his subsequent improper go-around, which resulted in an impact with terrain.

Sep 08, 2020 Palmer, AK N2625Q Incident substantial The pilot’s excessive airspeed during landing and improper application of the brakes, which resulted in a runway overrun.
Sep 07, 2020 Whitmore, AZ N186GC Incident substantial
A loss of directional control during landing due to a flat main landing gear tire, which resulted in a lateral runway excursion and impact with terrai…

A loss of directional control during landing due to a flat main landing gear tire, which resulted in a lateral runway excursion and impact with terrain.

Sep 07, 2020 Wilmington, DE N19813 Incident substantial The student pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard bounced landing.
Sep 04, 2020 Bellaire, MI N185DK Incident substantial The pilot's loss of directional control during the landing roll.
Sep 03, 2020 Oklahoma City, OK N5178J Incident substantial A failure of the windscreen for reasons that could not be determined based on available evidence.
Aug 30, 2020 Lime Village, AK N107L Incident substantial The pilot’s loss of control during the landing flare, which resulted in an impact with trees.
Aug 30, 2020 Millington, MD N3707U Incident substantial
The pilot’s misidentification of a corn field for the destination airport’s runway, and a subsequent aerodynamic stall at low altitude while attemptin…

The pilot’s misidentification of a corn field for the destination airport’s runway, and a subsequent aerodynamic stall at low altitude while attempting to land.

Aug 27, 2020 Weston, FL N65645 Incident substantial A total loss of engine power due to the failure of the Nos. 1 and 3 connecting rods from lack of lubrication.
Aug 26, 2020 Chino, CA N9540T Incident substantial
The failure of the engine-driven hydraulic pump, which resulted in the main landing gear not fully extending and locking into place during landing. Co…

The failure of the engine-driven hydraulic pump, which resulted in the main landing gear not fully extending and locking into place during landing. Contributing to the accident was the failure of the emergency gear extension system for reasons that could not be determined.

Aug 25, 2020 Givens Hot Springs, ID N334SC Incident substantial Pilot's failure to maintain directional control on takeoff.
Aug 24, 2020 WILLOUGHBY, OH N94589 Incident substantial The student pilot’s improper landing flare that resulted in a porpoise and collapsed nose landing gear.
Aug 24, 2020 Crowley, LA N639RR Incident substantial
The failure of the No. 4 cylinder exhaust valve that resulted in a partial loss of engine power. Based on available evidence, the reason for the faile…

The failure of the No. 4 cylinder exhaust valve that resulted in a partial loss of engine power. Based on available evidence, the reason for the failed valve was not determined.

Aug 24, 2020 Lebanon, MO N748P Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Aug 22, 2020 Kotzebue, AK N9128T Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain an airspeed conducive to flight during takeoff.
Aug 20, 2020 Odessa, TX N710NA Incident destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing.
Aug 18, 2020 Olustee, OK N2207N Incident substantial
The pilot's decision to attempt a takeoff from the middle of the runway in shifting wind conditions, which resulted in an aborted takeoff and runway e…

The pilot's decision to attempt a takeoff from the middle of the runway in shifting wind conditions, which resulted in an aborted takeoff and runway excursion.

Aug 18, 2020 Phoenix, AZ N103VK Incident substantial
The pilot's improper pitch attitude and landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructors delay…

The pilot's improper pitch attitude and landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructors delayed remedial action.

Aug 17, 2020 Surry, ME N45083 Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to use carburetor heat in conditions conducive to serious carburetor icing at glide power, which resulted in a loss of engine powe…

The pilot’s failure to use carburetor heat in conditions conducive to serious carburetor icing at glide power, which resulted in a loss of engine power and a forced ditching in water.

Aug 17, 2020 Savannah, GA N21488 Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate flare, resulting in a hard landing.
Aug 11, 2020 Stanley, ID N9917N Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff in crosswind conditions, which resulted in a ground loop.
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.
← Cessna For Sale All Cessna Models
Data source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database · About our data
View 2 Cessna for sale ↓