How many accidents has the Cessna had?

The NTSB has recorded 28016 events involving the Cessna : 4716 fatal, 2284 serious, 4073 minor injuries, and 16766 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Cessna a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Cessna has 28016 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

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
Dec 31, 2021	Mojave, CA	N89084	Minor	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during an encounter with a wind gust during taxi.
Dec 30, 2021	Johnsondale, CA	N7801Z	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane while landing on a snow-covered unimproved runway.
Dec 29, 2021	Marathon, FL	N1596U	Serious (1)	minor	A total loss of engine power due to the failure of the No. 2 bearing, which resulted in the No. 2 connecting rod failing due to fatigue, high heat, an… A total loss of engine power due to the failure of the No. 2 bearing, which resulted in the No. 2 connecting rod failing due to fatigue, high heat, and stress.
Dec 29, 2021	Berlin, NJ	N6295E	Incident	substantial	An inadvertent in-flight collision with a goose while on approach.
Dec 29, 2021	Yopal, OF	HK2014	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Dec 27, 2021	Koggala, CE	4R-GAF	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Dec 26, 2021	Hardy, AR	N5798T	Fatal (2)	destroyed	The non-instrument rated pilot’s decision to continue visual flight into an area of instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in a loss of … The non-instrument rated pilot’s decision to continue visual flight into an area of instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in a loss of control due to spatial disorientation. Contributing to the accident was a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Dec 22, 2021	Auburn, CA	N6280F	Serious (1)	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain altitude during an instrument approach, which resulted in an impact with power lines.
Dec 15, 2021	Pallisa-KAGWARA, UG	5X-KYO	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Dec 12, 2021	Inola, OK	N3187L	Fatal (1)	destroyed	The loss of airplane control for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence.
Dec 12, 2021	Hazleton, PA	N215LP	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain proper airspeed on approach in tailwind conditions, which resulted in an extended touchdown, bounced landing, and runw… The pilot’s failure to maintain proper airspeed on approach in tailwind conditions, which resulted in an extended touchdown, bounced landing, and runway excursion.
Dec 10, 2021	Trinidad, OF	CP-3060	Minor	substantial	Investigation pending
Dec 09, 2021	Hillsboro, OR	N152BT	Incident	substantial	The on-ground collision with a tree during an off airport precautionary landing. Contributing was the partial loss of engine power for undetermined r… The on-ground collision with a tree during an off airport precautionary landing. Contributing was the partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Dec 08, 2021	Statesboro, GA	N5776B	Fatal (1)	destroyed	The pilot’s decision to initiate a visual flight rules flight into dark night instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in spatial disorien… The pilot’s decision to initiate a visual flight rules flight into dark night instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in spatial disorientation and subsequent loss of control shortly after takeoff.
Dec 07, 2021	Gauteng Province, SF	ZS-EZM	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Dec 07, 2021	Corona, CA	N310CC	Incident	substantial	The pilot receiving instruction failure to extend the landing gear before landing due to distraction and the flight instructor’s inadequate supervisio… The pilot receiving instruction failure to extend the landing gear before landing due to distraction and the flight instructor’s inadequate supervision.
Dec 04, 2021	Bonnerdale, AR	N182NS	Fatal (1)	destroyed	The noninstrument rated pilot’s improper decision to continue visual flight rules flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in … The noninstrument rated pilot’s improper decision to continue visual flight rules flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in spatial disorientation and a subsequent impact with terrain.
Dec 03, 2021	Midland, VA	N2100S	Incident	substantial	Collision with a bird in flight, which resulted in damage to the right-wing leading-edge spar.
Dec 03, 2021	Laguna Negra, OF	ZP-TOU	Fatal (3)	destroyed	Investigation pending
Dec 02, 2021	Port Alsworth, AK	N9602F	Minor	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain a proper approach path which resulted in landing short of the runway and impact with terrain.
Dec 01, 2021	Havasu, AZ	N81CB	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to extend the landing gear during landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to use a pre-landing checklist.
Nov 24, 2021	Joao Pinheiro, BR	PT-FFD	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Nov 24, 2021	Grove City, PA	N6209U	Fatal (2)	destroyed	A catastrophic engine failure due to oil starvation after the pilot’s failure to secure the oil filler cap before flight. Contributing to the accident… A catastrophic engine failure due to oil starvation after the pilot’s failure to secure the oil filler cap before flight. Contributing to the accident was the pilots’ decision to continue the flight following the oil loss event and precautionary landing.
Nov 22, 2021	Puyallup, WA	N7592Y	Incident	substantial	An overstress fracture of the left main landing gear pivot assembly, which resulted in the failure of the left main landing gear to fully extend and l… An overstress fracture of the left main landing gear pivot assembly, which resulted in the failure of the left main landing gear to fully extend and lock into place.
Nov 22, 2021	Chadron, NE	N310JA	Fatal (3)	destroyed	The incapacitating effects of a myocardial infarction (heart attack), which resulted in the pilot's loss of airplane control and impact with terrain.

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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