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
Jun 15, 2009 Urmantany, RS RA-0848G Fatal (2) substantial Investigation pending
Jun 13, 2009 Gilford, NH N52670 Fatal (1) substantial
A loss of engine power due to oil exhaustion from the fracture of the nipple for the engine oil cooler return line. Contributing to the accident was t…

A loss of engine power due to oil exhaustion from the fracture of the nipple for the engine oil cooler return line. Contributing to the accident was the mechanic's signoff and release of the airplane without performing the required engine run-up following an annual inspection.

Jun 03, 2009 Atlanta, ID N70946 Fatal (1) substantial The pilot's failure to maintain terrain clearance during cruise flight.
Jun 01, 2009 Uddevalla, SW SE-GUP Fatal (1) destroyed Under the jurisdiction and control of the Swedish government.
May 23, 2009 Fallon, NV N320KP Fatal (4) substantial The pilot’s inadequate airspeed, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
May 19, 2009 Long Beach, CA N777AL Fatal (3) substantial The failure of both pilots to see and avoid each other's aircraft.
May 11, 2009 Santa Cruz, BL CP-2492 Fatal (5) destroyed Investigation pending
May 07, 2009 Veracruz, MX XB-CUC Fatal (3) destroyed Investigation pending
Apr 23, 2009 Pinehurst, GA N4789Q Fatal (1) substantial The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control for undetermined reasons.
Apr 17, 2009 Oakland Park, FL N1935G Fatal (1) substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control and secure the right engine during an emergency return to the airport after takeoff. Contributing to …

The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control and secure the right engine during an emergency return to the airport after takeoff. Contributing to the accident was an in-flight fire of the right engine for undetermined reasons.

Apr 17, 2009 Canaima, VE YV1181 Fatal (1) substantial None.
Apr 13, 2009 Concepcion, BL CP-1373 Fatal (4) destroyed Investigation pending
Apr 09, 2009 Edinburg, TX N127TC Fatal (1) destroyed A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to select a suitable alternate landing site.
Apr 08, 2009 Pittsville, WI N2489S Fatal (1) The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed which resulted in an aerodynamic stall at a low altitude.
Mar 27, 2009 Stillwater, OK N373E Fatal (1) substantial The total loss of dual engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's inadequate fuel planning.
Mar 26, 2009 Lexington, KY N4871N Fatal (1) substantial The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane for undetermined reasons.
Mar 17, 2009 Townsend, MT N2698Y Fatal (1) substantial The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees and terrain while maneuvering at a low altitude.
Mar 08, 2009 Carrollton, GA N1913M Fatal (3) destroyed
The pilot's decision to continue visual flight rules flight into an area of reduced visibility weather conditions, which resulted in disorientation an…

The pilot's decision to continue visual flight rules flight into an area of reduced visibility weather conditions, which resulted in disorientation and subsequent loss of aircraft control.

Mar 06, 2009 Oceanside, CA N726RJ Fatal (1) destroyed A loss of aircraft control for undetermined reasons.
Feb 28, 2009 Liquino, EC HC-BFQ Fatal (1) substantial None.
Feb 28, 2009 Albany, LA N91593 Fatal (3) substantial
The pilot's loss of control of the airplane due to spatial disorientation after an encounter with marginal VMC and/or instrument meteorological condit…

The pilot's loss of control of the airplane due to spatial disorientation after an encounter with marginal VMC and/or instrument meteorological conditions. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s decision to attempt the flight with the preflight knowledge of deteriorating weather conditions.

Feb 16, 2009 Island of Cebaco, PM HP-1367 RS Fatal (1) substantial Not Required. Investigation is being conducted by AAC, Panama.
Feb 08, 2009 Quebradillas, PR N118ME Fatal (6) destroyed The pilot exceeded the design limits of the airplane, which resulted in an in-flight break up while maneuvering in adverse weather conditions.
Feb 07, 2009 Rome, IT I-FEEV Fatal (2) destroyed None.
Jan 23, 2009 Flagstaff, AZ N8298Z Fatal (2) substantial
The pilot's loss of situational awareness and failure to maintain clearance from hilly terrain while flying in an area of a low cloud ceiling. Contrib…

The pilot's loss of situational awareness and failure to maintain clearance from hilly terrain while flying in an area of a low cloud ceiling. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to continue flight due to a self-induced pressure.

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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