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
Jan 09, 2009 Hardin, KY N28RP Fatal (1) substantial The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control and his impairment from illegal drug use.
Dec 20, 2008 Saltillo, MX XB-AWZ Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Dec 18, 2008 Goodland, FL N967SP Fatal (1) destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control due to spatial disorientation. Contributing to the accident was the night light conditions.
Dec 10, 2008 Lompoc, CA N6461E Fatal (1) substantial The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the power line. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of recent experience.
Dec 06, 2008 Ft. Lauderdale, FL N369ES Fatal (4) substantial The failure of both pilots to see and avoid the other aircraft.
Dec 06, 2008 Kalkaska, MI N6053B Fatal (1) destroyed
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees and terrain during the instrument-flight-rules flight. Contributing to the accident was the pilot…

The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees and terrain during the instrument-flight-rules flight. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to comply with instrument flight procedures and his lack of recent instrument flight experience.

Nov 21, 2008 Hanna, UT N8387N Fatal (1) substantial The flight's encounter with adverse tailwinds and downdrafts in mountainous terrain that exceeded the airplane's climb capability.
Nov 16, 2008 Atwater, CA N45994 Fatal (1) The second pilot's failure to see and avoid the rotating propeller after exiting the airplane.
Nov 11, 2008 Basalt, CO N71276 Fatal (1) substantial
The non-instrument-rated pilot's continued visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in his loss of control of the airpl…

The non-instrument-rated pilot's continued visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in his loss of control of the airplane in flight.

Nov 11, 2008 Mena, AR N2526V Fatal (1) substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from rising terrain. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's continued flight into deteriorating weathe…

The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from rising terrain. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's continued flight into deteriorating weather conditions.

Oct 29, 2008 Mt. Dora, NM N175JG Fatal (1) destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from rising terrain for undetermined reasons.
Oct 29, 2008 Estacada, OR N2570X Fatal (2) substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees while on approach to land at night. Contributing to the accident was the electrical system failur…

The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees while on approach to land at night. Contributing to the accident was the electrical system failure and the pilot's diverted attention.

Oct 24, 2008 Asuncion, PA ZP-TVA Fatal (5) destroyed None.
Oct 21, 2008 Ciudad Victoria, MX XB-KPF Fatal (5) destroyed Investigation pending
Oct 17, 2008 Monterrey, MX XC-HAQ Fatal (3) destroyed Investigation pending
Oct 11, 2008 Cedar Lake, MI N3623J Fatal (1) substantial
The student pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance after takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's overall lack of flight experien…

The student pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance after takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's overall lack of flight experience.

Oct 06, 2008 Oaxaca, MX XB-KWG Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Oct 01, 2008 Anchorage, AK N29109 Fatal (2) destroyed
A loss of engine power during takeoff/initial climb for an undetermined reason, and the pilot's decision to make an abrupt and steep low altitude turn…

A loss of engine power during takeoff/initial climb for an undetermined reason, and the pilot's decision to make an abrupt and steep low altitude turn toward an intersecting runway, resulting in an aerodynamic stall and loss of aircraft control.

Sep 28, 2008 Collinsville, OK N4165T Fatal (2) substantial The crews' failure to maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall close to the ground.
Sep 27, 2008 Vineyard Haven, MA N770CA Fatal (1) destroyed A loss of aircraft control due to spatial disorientation.
Sep 19, 2008 York, NE N4380Q Fatal (2) substantial The student pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control, and the flight instructor's failure to take remedial action, for undetermined reasons.
Sep 15, 2008 Ojinaga, MX N7560Q Fatal (4) substantial Investigation pending
Sep 09, 2008 El Trebolar, CI CC-KAZ Fatal (3) substantial None.
Aug 31, 2008 Latrobe, PA N3180M Fatal (1) substantial The pilot's impairment/incapacitation (cardiovascular) resulting in the pilot being unable to control the airplane.
Aug 24, 2008 Zacapa, GT TG-JCS Fatal (11) destroyed Investigation pending
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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