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 02, 2022 Klobuck, PL SP-AKW Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
May 30, 2022 East Sound, WA N20487 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to attain a proper touchdown point which, resulted in a runway overrun and collision with trees.
May 29, 2022 Jacksonville, FL N8919S Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during a touch-and-go landing after applying power for takeoff, which resulted in a runway excursi…

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during a touch-and-go landing after applying power for takeoff, which resulted in a runway excursion and noseover.

May 29, 2022 Slunj, HR D-EGLF Fatal (4) destroyed Investigation pending
May 28, 2022 Big Lake, AK N5896B Incident substantial A hard landing for an unknown reason, resulting in substantial damage to the airplane.
May 28, 2022 Canyon Lake, TX N3842Q Minor substantial
The pilot’s failure to retract the flaps during a go-around, which resulted in decreased climb performance and a subsequent collision with trees and t…

The pilot’s failure to retract the flaps during a go-around, which resulted in decreased climb performance and a subsequent collision with trees and terrain.

May 27, 2022 Willow, AK N1694M Incident substantial The pilot’s selection of unsuitable terrain for landing which resulted in a nose over.
May 26, 2022 Wauwatosa, WI N4978B Fatal (1) substantial The student pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack, which resulted in a stall from which the student pilot could not recover.
May 26, 2022 Sandy Lake First Nation, CA C-GBGJ Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
May 26, 2022 Show Low, AZ N5532R Fatal (2) substantial
The pilot’s improper leaning of the engine during an extended period of time, which caused an exhaust valve to become stuck and led to the partial los…

The pilot’s improper leaning of the engine during an extended period of time, which caused an exhaust valve to become stuck and led to the partial loss of engine power during the accident flight. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s decision to attempt a second takeoff without having the engine further examined.

May 23, 2022 Caryville, FL N310DC Incident substantial An in-flight loss of engine power on both engines for undetermined reasons.
May 23, 2022 Schwäbisch Hall, OF D-CSEB Incident Investigation pending
May 23, 2022 St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL N47BP Incident substantial
The pilot’s inability to stop the airplane on the available runway, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with an airport perimeter fence…

The pilot’s inability to stop the airplane on the available runway, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with an airport perimeter fence.

May 22, 2022 Prescott, AZ N8540X Minor substantial The loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence.
May 22, 2022 Port Moller, AK N757R Serious (1) substantial
The pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection, which did not detect a screw in the control yoke column, and his failure to confirm flight control contin…

The pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection, which did not detect a screw in the control yoke column, and his failure to confirm flight control continuity before takeoff.

May 21, 2022 Big Lake, AK N2692D Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during final approach which resulted in the airplane exceeding its critical angle of attack and a su…

The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during final approach which resulted in the airplane exceeding its critical angle of attack and a subsequent aerodynamic stall at too low of an altitude to recover.

May 20, 2022 Wayne, NE N76075 Fatal (1) destroyed
The pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack on final approach while conducting traditional short takeoff and landing operations …

The pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack on final approach while conducting traditional short takeoff and landing operations in gusting wind conditions, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and spin from which the pilot could not recover. Contributing to the accident was the competitive environment, which likely influenced the pilot’s approach speed and the subsequent loss of control.

May 20, 2022 MACIZO DEL AUYÁN-TEPUI, OF YV1729 Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
May 19, 2022 Auburn, IN N2128E Incident substantial The student pilot’s improper landing flare and the flight instructor’s delayed remedial response which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
May 17, 2022 Piracuara, OF HK1464 Fatal (4) destroyed Investigation pending
May 17, 2022 Denver, CO N210SD Incident substantial The main landing gear collapsed during landing for reasons that could not be determined.
May 15, 2022 Monroe, LA N619AC Incident substantial
The failure of the maintenance personnel to properly reinstall the elevator trim tab hardware, which resulted in an in-flight separation of the elevat…

The failure of the maintenance personnel to properly reinstall the elevator trim tab hardware, which resulted in an in-flight separation of the elevator.

May 14, 2022 Miami, FL N8845Z Fatal (1) substantial
A total loss of engine power due to carburetor ice as a result of the pilot’s failure to effectively use carburetor heat in conditions conducive to th…

A total loss of engine power due to carburetor ice as a result of the pilot’s failure to effectively use carburetor heat in conditions conducive to the formation of carburetor ice.

May 14, 2022 Lancaster, NY N20459 Incident substantial
The student pilot’s excessive pitch during takeoff resulted in a loss of control and impact with terrain. Contributing was the student’s failure to re…

The student pilot’s excessive pitch during takeoff resulted in a loss of control and impact with terrain. Contributing was the student’s failure to relinquish the controls when ordered by the instructor.

May 14, 2022 Estancia, NM N76190 Incident substantial The pilot’s decision to land on an unsuitable surface which resulted in his loss of aircraft control.
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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