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
May 13, 2022 Owensboro, KY N92913 Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff.
May 12, 2022 Franklin, CA N23FG Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll.
May 12, 2022 Port Bolivar, TX N9380G Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to attain a proper soft field takeoff pitch attitude during takeoff that resulted in a runway excursion and subsequent impact with…

The pilot’s failure to attain a proper soft field takeoff pitch attitude during takeoff that resulted in a runway excursion and subsequent impact with a canal.

May 11, 2022 BOITUVA, OF PT-OQR Fatal (2) substantial Investigation pending
May 11, 2022 Broomfield, CO N73670 Fatal (1) destroyed The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane for reasons that could not be determined.
May 10, 2022 Traverse City, MI N184NW Incident substantial The failure of maintenance personnel to properly torque a fuel line “B” nut, which resulted in a total loss of engine power.
May 06, 2022 Houston, TX XB-FQS Minor substantial The fixed-base operator’s incorrect fueling of the airplane, which resulted in a total loss of power in both engines.
May 03, 2022 Altha, FL N6413B Fatal (2) destroyed
The pilot’s failure to perform a preflight weight and balance calculation and his operation of the flight at an excessive takeoff weight, resulting in…

The pilot’s failure to perform a preflight weight and balance calculation and his operation of the flight at an excessive takeoff weight, resulting in an exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack after liftoff and an aerodynamic stall from which the pilot was unable to recover.

May 02, 2022 Augsburg, GE D-EOYS Incident substantial Investigation pending
May 02, 2022 Connellsville, PA N46TA Serious (1) substantial
The pilot/mechanic’s failure to properly secure two airplane avionics units, which resulted in the trays supporting the units to sag downward and beco…

The pilot/mechanic’s failure to properly secure two airplane avionics units, which resulted in the trays supporting the units to sag downward and become lodged in the movement area of the elevator bellcrank during the accident takeoff.

May 01, 2022 Camanaos, OF HK4228 Incident minor Investigation pending
May 01, 2022 Toms River, NJ N737LY Incident substantial Loss of engine power due to the throttle linkage becoming disconnected in flight due to improper maintenance.
May 01, 2022 Trinidad, BL CP-1123 Incident substantial Investigation pending
Apr 30, 2022 Hampton, GA N5704R Incident substantial
The student pilot’s application of excessive left brake during the landing roll, resulting in a loss of directional control and a runway excursion. Th…

The student pilot’s application of excessive left brake during the landing roll, resulting in a loss of directional control and a runway excursion. The flight instructor’s inadequate remedial action was a factor in the accident.

Apr 29, 2022 Portland, OR N20640 Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing on a wet surface with a tailwind, which resulted in a runway excursion.
Apr 28, 2022 Wadsworth, OH N46733 Serious (1) substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while attempting to land in a crosswind.
Apr 25, 2022 Stockbridge, GA N7572T Minor substantial
The flight instructor’s delayed remedial action during an unstabilized approach, which resulted in an impact with powerlines and a subsequent loss of …

The flight instructor’s delayed remedial action during an unstabilized approach, which resulted in an impact with powerlines and a subsequent loss of control

Apr 25, 2022 Redding, CA N9572W Incident substantial The student pilot's improper landing flare and remedial action which resulted in a bounced landing.
Apr 25, 2022 Eloy, AZ N3694U Incident substantial The unoccupied airplanes exceedance of the critical angle of attack which resulted in a stall, subsequent inverted spin, and impact with terrain.
Apr 24, 2022 Ravensdale, WA N4398B Serious (2) substantial A loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot’s inadequate fuel planning.
Apr 23, 2022 Union, SC N737UY Minor substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with terrain.
Apr 22, 2022 Westminster, MD N35571 Incident substantial The student pilot’s failure to attain the proper touchdown point which resulted in a runway overrun.
Apr 21, 2022 Manhattan, KS N9263H Minor substantial
The pilot’s failure to use carburetor heat during the approach and his unsuitable flight profile for an upsloping runway, which resulted in a partial …

The pilot’s failure to use carburetor heat during the approach and his unsuitable flight profile for an upsloping runway, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power and an impact with terrain during an attempted go-around.

Apr 21, 2022 Las Vegas, NV N182HH Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain sufficient clearance from the jet blast of a departing jet airplane.
Apr 21, 2022 Covington, GA N84GR Fatal (2) destroyed
The private pilot’s loss of control in flight, which resulted in a collision with terrain. Contributing to the accident was the student pilot’s decisi…

The private pilot’s loss of control in flight, which resulted in a collision with terrain. Contributing to the accident was the student pilot’s decision to obtain flight instruction from the private pilot and the private pilot's insufficient qualifications to fly or to provide flight instruction in a multi-engine airplane.

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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