Cessna Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 28016 events recorded from 1974 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 24, 2022 | Salta, AR | LV-KFB | Incident | minor | Investigation pending |
| Jul 24, 2022 | Oshkosh, WI | N3946K | Minor | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll with a gusty crosswind. |
| Jul 23, 2022 | Puerto Plata, DR | N210DE | Fatal (1) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jul 22, 2022 | Oshkosh, WI | N669CB | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll with a gusty crosswind. |
| Jul 22, 2022 | Baramati, OF | VT-ALI | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jul 19, 2022 | Saint Joseph, IL | N9688Q | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to remain clear of obstacles while landing. |
| Jul 19, 2022 | Gödöllo, HU | HA-BIF | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jul 17, 2022 | Gold Hill, CO | N337KN | Fatal (4) | destroyed |
The pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack while maneuvering with one engine inoperative, which resulted in an aerodynamic stal…The pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack while maneuvering with one engine inoperative, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall/spin and impact with terrain. |
| Jul 17, 2022 | Lawrenceville, GA | N62405 | Incident | substantial | The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while landing with a crosswind. |
| Jul 17, 2022 | Hanson, MA | N5859E | Incident | substantial |
The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing and partial loss of directional control. Contributing to the accident was the pil…The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing and partial loss of directional control. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s improper decision to depart and land with a known mechanical deficiency with the nose landing gear. |
| Jul 16, 2022 | Riverdale, NE | N21GF | Minor | substantial | A total loss of engine power as a result of fuel exhaustion. |
| Jul 15, 2022 | Puerto Lopez, OF | HK1368 | Fatal (1) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Jul 15, 2022 | Monticello, NY | N6195R | Incident | destroyed |
Maintenance personnel’s improper torque of the engine through-bolts during maintenance, which resulted in a bearing shift, oil starvation, and a total…Maintenance personnel’s improper torque of the engine through-bolts during maintenance, which resulted in a bearing shift, oil starvation, and a total loss of engine power. |
| Jul 15, 2022 | Tuscaloosa, AL | N3301J | Incident | substantial |
The student pilot’s inadvertent use of the fuel mixture knob instead of the carburetor heat knob, which resulted in fuel starvation and a subsequent l…The student pilot’s inadvertent use of the fuel mixture knob instead of the carburetor heat knob, which resulted in fuel starvation and a subsequent loss of engine power. |
| Jul 15, 2022 | Mc Kinney, TX | N5292G | Minor | substantial | The failure of the pilot to maintain adequate airspeed during landing resulting in an inadvertent aerodynamic stall. |
| Jul 15, 2022 | Shelby, MI | N3659Y | Fatal (2) | destroyed |
The non-instrument rated pilot’s decision to commence the flight in instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in spatial disorientation and…The non-instrument rated pilot’s decision to commence the flight in instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in spatial disorientation and a subsequent loss of airplane control. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s self-induced pressure to initiate the flight. |
| Jul 14, 2022 | Buffalo, WY | N731BJ | Fatal (2) | destroyed |
The pilot’s decision to continue the visual flight rules flight into localized instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in an encounter wi…The pilot’s decision to continue the visual flight rules flight into localized instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in an encounter with convective turbulence and a subsequent loss of control and in-flight breakup. |
| Jul 14, 2022 | Salt Lake City, UT | N877FE | Minor | substantial |
The pilot’s inability to maintain control of the airplane when it encountered a microburst during a landing attempt and a go-around near known thunder…The pilot’s inability to maintain control of the airplane when it encountered a microburst during a landing attempt and a go-around near known thunderstorm activity. Contributing to the accident was an inadequate amount of wind sensors and wind shear detection equipment used by the ATC tower to detect microburst activity at the airport. |
| Jul 14, 2022 | Kendleton, TX | XB-RXC | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s improper in-flight planning and fuel management that resulted in the loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. |
| Jul 14, 2022 | San Martin, CA | N9802E | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing. |
| Jul 14, 2022 | Monongahela, PA | N5GY | Incident | substantial | The malfunction of the braking system fluid line, which resulted in an overrun of the runway. |
| Jul 13, 2022 | Pittstown, NJ | N8761G | Minor | substantial | The partial loss of engine power due to a stuck exhaust valve. |
| Jul 12, 2022 | Hillsboro, OH | N49189 | Incident | substantial | The pilot's loss of directional control while landing, which resulted in a runway excursion. |
| Jul 08, 2022 | South Portland, ME | N9946Q | Serious (2) | substantial | The student pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing. Also causal was the flight instructor’s inadequate remedial action. |
| Jul 08, 2022 | Friend, NE | N5177H | Incident | substantial | A loss of engine power due to a stuck valve. |