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
Aug 27, 2000 CAMERON PARK, CA N2443C Minor substantial
failure of the pilot to verify the seat latch was secure, resulting in the pilot's inability to reach the flight controls necessary to maintain direct…

failure of the pilot to verify the seat latch was secure, resulting in the pilot's inability to reach the flight controls necessary to maintain directional control.

Aug 17, 2000 CHAPIN, IL N304JF Minor substantial the pilot's failure to refuel the aircraft prior to the flight and exhaustion of the fuel supply. A factor to the accident was the embankment.
Aug 16, 2000 SAN ANTONIO, TX N68168 Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control. A factor was the crosswind.
Aug 15, 2000 GAINESVILLE, FL N93589 Minor substantial
The flight instructor's failure to identify a partial loss of engine power during takeoff roll, and his failure to maintain airspeed while attempting …

The flight instructor's failure to identify a partial loss of engine power during takeoff roll, and his failure to maintain airspeed while attempting to return to the airport after takeoff resulting in the airplane stalling and descending uncontrolled until impact with trees and the ground.

Aug 14, 2000 COLUMBUS, OH N86485 Minor substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed, resulting from his improper go-around procedures following a rear engine failure. A factor was the pilot's …

The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed, resulting from his improper go-around procedures following a rear engine failure. A factor was the pilot's improper fuel management, which resulted in the rear engine failure.

Aug 12, 2000 CARLSBAD, CA N6500T Minor destroyed A catastrophic internal engine failure for undetermined reasons.
Aug 10, 2000 EAST MORICHES, NY N103DP Minor substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain a climb during climbout. A factor in the accident was the pilot's failure to reconfigure the flaps for the aborted la…

The pilot's failure to maintain a climb during climbout. A factor in the accident was the pilot's failure to reconfigure the flaps for the aborted landing.

Aug 09, 2000 GLENEDEN BEACH, OR N737CM Minor substantial
The pilot's failure to remove the control lock during his preflight inspection. Factors contributing to the accident were the pilot's failure to foll…

The pilot's failure to remove the control lock during his preflight inspection. Factors contributing to the accident were the pilot's failure to follow the BEFORE TAKEOFF checklist, trees beyond the upwind end of the runway, and the pilot's self-induced pressure.

Aug 08, 2000 SALZBURG, AU DEEGM Minor substantial Investigation pending
Aug 08, 2000 MANTEO, NC N3529Q Minor substantial The pilot's failure of preflight planning preparation, which resulted in the fuel exhaustion, and the subsequent loss of engine power.
Aug 07, 2000 CHALLIS, ID N222AK Minor substantial The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions. Factors include variable winds during landing.
Aug 06, 2000 STANLEY, ID N3882P Minor substantial
An inadequately performed short field landing procedure and excessive ground speed. A delayed corrective response from the flight instructor, tailwin…

An inadequately performed short field landing procedure and excessive ground speed. A delayed corrective response from the flight instructor, tailwind condition, and a fence were factors.

Aug 05, 2000 POST MILLS, VT N73044 Minor substantial was the pilot's improper fuel management which resulted in power loss due to fuel starvation.
Aug 05, 2000 ALABASTER, AL N5HN Minor substantial
a loss of engine power for undetermined reasons resulting in a forced landing and subsequent impact with the ground. A factor in this accident was th…

a loss of engine power for undetermined reasons resulting in a forced landing and subsequent impact with the ground. A factor in this accident was that the pilot did not obtain the proper touchdown point upon landing and landed long.

Jul 21, 2000 LONE PINE, OR N731GR Minor substantial
The complete loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Factors include an irrigation system in the field where the forced landing took place, and…

The complete loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Factors include an irrigation system in the field where the forced landing took place, and the pilot's intentional initiation of a ground loop in order to miss the pipes of the irrigation system.

Jul 20, 2000 STATESBORO, GA N731CH Minor substantial
The pilots failure to calculate his takeoff distance for the conditions, resulting in an in-flight collision with a fence, trees, and the terrain. A f…

The pilots failure to calculate his takeoff distance for the conditions, resulting in an in-flight collision with a fence, trees, and the terrain. A factor in the accident is the FAA's failure to require of the manufacturer and the manufacturer's failure to make available in the performance section of the aircraft POH, specific adjustments to the, "Takeoff Distance with Dispersal Equipment" chart for conditions other than sea level, standard atmospheric conditions, zero wind, and hard surface runways.

Jul 20, 2000 LUBBOCK, TX N3996Y Minor substantial The pilot's improper aircraft handling as a result of his alcohol impairment.
Jul 19, 2000 COLUMBUS, OH N80624 Minor substantial a partial power loss for undetermined reason(s).
Jul 12, 2000 COLUMBUS, TX N3392E Minor substantial
the failure of both magnetos of the dual-magneto single-drive unit. A factor contributing to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for the fo…

the failure of both magnetos of the dual-magneto single-drive unit. A factor contributing to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.

Jul 10, 2000 SPANISH FORK, UT N50812 Minor destroyed The pilot in command's failure to maintain aircraft directional control.
Jul 09, 2000 CHASE, LA N731DW Minor substantial
The failure of the pilot to maintain clearance with the deer stand. Factors were the chemical covering the windshield and the glare from the setting …

The failure of the pilot to maintain clearance with the deer stand. Factors were the chemical covering the windshield and the glare from the setting sun.

Jun 29, 2000 Mayer, AZ N3094Q Minor substantial the total loss of engine power resulting from the mechanic's failure to properly torque the connecting rod bolt nuts during engine overhaul.
Jun 22, 2000 KING SALMON, AK N495K Minor minor The inadequate visual lookout by the pilot of the other airplane, and the inadequate radio traffic advisories by the pilots of both airplanes.
Jun 17, 2000 TURNER, ME N2063N Minor substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control after landing. A factor in this accident was the high grass along the runway edge which disguised…

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control after landing. A factor in this accident was the high grass along the runway edge which disguised an embankment.

Jun 16, 2000 LOUISVILLE, KY N485CA Minor substantial The pilot's improper operation of the fuel selector.
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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