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 07, 2008 Cedar Key, FL N206GG Fatal (3) substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from the water during a dark night approach to a coastal airport.
May 30, 2008 Monticello, UT N389ES Fatal (2) substantial The in-flight collision with mountainous terrain for undetermined reasons. *This report was modified on December 10, 2009.
May 25, 2008 Steamboat, CO N8187Q Fatal (2) destroyed
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from mountainous terrain in day visual conditions. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's impairment …

The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from mountainous terrain in day visual conditions. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's impairment due to marijuana and inadequate medical oversight of the pilot by the Federal Aviation Administration.

May 17, 2008 West Creek, NJ N5382S Fatal (2) substantial
The pilot's departure with insufficient fuel for the planned flight, and his improper in-flight fuel management, which resulted in a total loss of pow…

The pilot's departure with insufficient fuel for the planned flight, and his improper in-flight fuel management, which resulted in a total loss of power in both engines due to fuel starvation. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's fatigue, which was precipitated by his work activities during the days just prior to the accident flight.

May 15, 2008 Ucayali, PE OB-1203 Fatal (5) destroyed Investigation pending
May 15, 2008 Abingdon Downs, AS VH-IDM Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
May 08, 2008 Black Hawk, CO N8553S Fatal (1) substantial
The loss of engine power due to induction icing. A contributing factor was the pilot's decision to continue flight in conditions favorable for struct…

The loss of engine power due to induction icing. A contributing factor was the pilot's decision to continue flight in conditions favorable for structural and induction-system icing.

May 03, 2008 McCall, ID N4008F Fatal (3) destroyed
The failure of the pilot to maintain adequate visual lookout and clearance from another airplane while attempting to land on the same runway. Contribu…

The failure of the pilot to maintain adequate visual lookout and clearance from another airplane while attempting to land on the same runway. Contributing to the accident was the non-standard pattern entry of the pilot.

May 02, 2008 Ilheua, BR PT-JGX Fatal (6) Investigation pending
Apr 25, 2008 Ciudad Real, SP F-GSGT Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Apr 19, 2008 Mount Vernon, MO N2537X Fatal (2) destroyed
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, resulting in an inadvertent stall/spin. Contributing factors in this accident were the entanglement…

The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, resulting in an inadvertent stall/spin. Contributing factors in this accident were the entanglement of the parachute in the elevator control system, reducing the pilot's ability to regain control.

Apr 18, 2008 Sonora, CA N60760 Fatal (2) substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed while maneuvering, resulting in an aerodynamic stall and loss of aircraft control. Contributing to the accid…

The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed while maneuvering, resulting in an aerodynamic stall and loss of aircraft control. Contributing to the accident were rising mountainous terrain and a high density altitude.

Apr 11, 2008 Roseglen, ND N7490G Fatal (2) substantial
The pilot failed to maintain obstacle clearance from the TV antenna during a low altitude maneuver. Contributing factors were the antenna, the night …

The pilot failed to maintain obstacle clearance from the TV antenna during a low altitude maneuver. Contributing factors were the antenna, the night conditions, and pilot impairment due to alcohol.

Apr 09, 2008 Nazca, PE OB-1266 Fatal (5) destroyed Investigation pending
Mar 30, 2008 Farnborough, Ke, UK VP-BGE Fatal (5) destroyed Investigation pending
Mar 16, 2008 Wildwood, FL C-FFBC Fatal (2)
The noninstrument rated pilot's failure to maintain terrain clearance at night in marginal visual flight conditions. Contributing to the accident was …

The noninstrument rated pilot's failure to maintain terrain clearance at night in marginal visual flight conditions. Contributing to the accident was the dark night, and low cloud ceilings.

Mar 13, 2008 Indiantown, FL N284SP Fatal (4) substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain an adequate airspeed while maneuvering at low altitude. Contributing to the accident was the overweight condition of t…

The pilot's failure to maintain an adequate airspeed while maneuvering at low altitude. Contributing to the accident was the overweight condition of the airplane and the inoperative stall warning horn.

Mar 11, 2008 Abbeville, LA N732RR Fatal (2) destroyed
The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident were the prevailing clouds, rain, and turbule…

The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident were the prevailing clouds, rain, and turbulence.

Mar 08, 2008 Gun Barrel City, TX N13246 Fatal (1) substantial The pilot's failure to avoid the transmission line. A contributing factor was the pilot's decision to perform a low-level maneuver.
Mar 04, 2008 Oklahoma City, OK N113SH Fatal (5) destroyed
Airplane wing-structure damage sustained during impact with one or more large birds (American white pelicans), which resulted in a loss of control of …

Airplane wing-structure damage sustained during impact with one or more large birds (American white pelicans), which resulted in a loss of control of the airplane.

Feb 27, 2008 Santiago, CI CC-KKU Fatal (6) destroyed Investigation pending
Feb 27, 2008 Tyonek, AK N8458D Fatal (1) substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed to prevent a stall while maneuvering, which resulted in an uncontrolled descent and collision with t…

The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed to prevent a stall while maneuvering, which resulted in an uncontrolled descent and collision with terrain.

Feb 18, 2008 Caico Seco, VE N385EM Fatal (3) destroyed Investigation pending
Feb 17, 2008 Benton, KS N41LP Fatal (2) destroyed
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the trees. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's flight into known adverse weather conditions an…

The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the trees. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's flight into known adverse weather conditions and the low clouds and visibility.

Feb 11, 2008 Keflavík, OF N5030Q Fatal (1) substantial The reported loss of both engines' power during cruise for undetermined reasons.
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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