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
Sep 22, 2025 Williamsburg, VA N3192U Minor substantial Investigation pending
Sep 21, 2025 Municipio de Garcia, OF XB-BGH Fatal (2) substantial Investigation pending
Sep 20, 2025 Salisbury, CT N78938 Minor substantial Investigation pending
Sep 20, 2025 Blue Ridge, GA N1176R Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to obtain the proper touchdown point, which resulted in a runway overrun.
Sep 20, 2025 Seagoville, TX N2500Q Incident substantial The pilot’s inadequate fuel planning which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Sep 19, 2025 Plymouth, MA N2383X Incident minor Investigation pending
Sep 18, 2025 San Diego, CA N769XJ Incident substantial Investigation pending
Sep 18, 2025 Mayfield, KY N577RT Incident substantial Investigation pending
Sep 17, 2025 Rigby, ID N8047F Minor substantial Investigation pending
Sep 16, 2025 Corumba, OF PS-FDW Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Sep 13, 2025 Lancaster, TX N7774A Incident substantial
The pilot’s inadequate fuel planning and failure to monitor the fuel consumption which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion…

The pilot’s inadequate fuel planning and failure to monitor the fuel consumption which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.

Sep 13, 2025 Williston, FL N345QA Incident Investigation pending
Sep 13, 2025 Omaha, NE N180BT Incident substantial The flight instructor’s failure to maintain directional control during landing in the tailwheel equipped airplane.
Sep 13, 2025 Victorville, CA N25WD Incident substantial Investigation pending
Sep 12, 2025 Gore Springs, MS N911MC Minor substantial Investigation pending
Sep 11, 2025 Montevideo, OF CX-CBJ Incident substantial Investigation pending
Sep 09, 2025 Seymour, IN N357CP Incident substantial The flight instructor’s improper landing flare which resulted in a bounced landing and loss of control.
Sep 09, 2025 Akron, OH N44475 Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to extend the landing gear before landing. Contributing to the accident was the fight instructor’s inadequate supervision of the p…

The pilot’s failure to extend the landing gear before landing. Contributing to the accident was the fight instructor’s inadequate supervision of the pilot.

Sep 06, 2025 Dallas, TX N560RT Incident substantial The pilot's failure to extend the landing gear before landing.
Sep 03, 2025 New Braunfels, TX N39HC Incident substantial A in-flight collision with a bird during the descent for landing.
Sep 03, 2025 Reno, NV N4603B Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while transitioning from the landing roll to taxi, which resulted in a ground loop.
Sep 03, 2025 Alto Alegre, OF PS-SLM Incident substantial Investigation pending
Sep 01, 2025 Willow, AK N2996C Incident substantial Investigation pending
Sep 01, 2025 Eustis, ME N3576D Minor substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during takeoff, which resulted in an inadvertent descent, contact with the water, and a subseq…

The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during takeoff, which resulted in an inadvertent descent, contact with the water, and a subsequent nose over.

Aug 31, 2025 Lebanon, OH N628FN Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during takeoff, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with a sign.
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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