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 31, 2018 TEHACHAPI, CA N2167V Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate fuel planning, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and a total loss of engine power during the initial climb.
Aug 31, 2018 Burgas, BU TC-OYD Incident substantial Investigation pending
Aug 27, 2018 Hanson, MA N3115R Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point, which resulted in a runway overrun. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to…

The pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point, which resulted in a runway overrun. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to land with a quartering tailwind.

Aug 27, 2018 Winchester, VA N53051 Incident substantial The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll.
Aug 27, 2018 Eldorado, TX N1701Q Incident substantial The pilot’s improper preflight fuel planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Aug 26, 2018 Delaware, OH N4842K Incident substantial
The pilot's inadequate fuel management, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation. Contributing to the accident was the pi…

The pilot's inadequate fuel management, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s distraction of the formation flight.

Aug 25, 2018 Prineville, OR N4569C Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
Aug 23, 2018 Churchville, MD N419SP Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control after landing left of the runway centerline, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with …

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control after landing left of the runway centerline, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with a power box.

Aug 22, 2018 Kaktovik, AK N8041R Incident substantial A loss of engine power due to fuel starvation during a steep turn with a low fuel state.
Aug 22, 2018 Atchison, KS N78417 Incident substantial The partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined during the postaccident examination.
Aug 20, 2018 McCall, ID N93039 Incident substantial The disconnection of the brake cylinder actuator rod, which resulted in the pilot’s inability to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
Aug 20, 2018 Burlington, VT N557SP Incident substantial The student pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a bounced landing.
Aug 18, 2018 Pedro Bay, AK N441GR Incident substantial
The fatigue fracture of both main landing gear legs during the landing roll, which resulted in the collapse and separation of both main landing gear l…

The fatigue fracture of both main landing gear legs during the landing roll, which resulted in the collapse and separation of both main landing gear legs.

Aug 18, 2018 Tulsa, OK N6958N Incident substantial
The pilot's decision to take off with a known electrical problem, which resulted in the loss of electrical power, problem with the landing gear extens…

The pilot's decision to take off with a known electrical problem, which resulted in the loss of electrical power, problem with the landing gear extension system, and subsequent runway excursion.

Aug 18, 2018 Big Lake, AK N185MC Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from tree foliage on the left side of the runway during takeoff due to his focus on the right side of the ru…

The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from tree foliage on the left side of the runway during takeoff due to his focus on the right side of the runway.

Aug 17, 2018 Hayes Center, NE N4102N Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Aug 17, 2018 Whitewater, KS N9076R Incident substantial
The partial loss of engine power due to low cylinder compression, which led to the forced landing following a pull-up maneuver. Contributing to the ac…

The partial loss of engine power due to low cylinder compression, which led to the forced landing following a pull-up maneuver. Contributing to the accident was the airplane’s high gross weight.

Aug 16, 2018 Colorado Springs, CO N146AC Incident substantial
The airplane’s failure to maintain a climb after takeoff, which resulted in a forced landing on unsuitable terrain; the reason for the airplane’s fail…

The airplane’s failure to maintain a climb after takeoff, which resulted in a forced landing on unsuitable terrain; the reason for the airplane’s failure to climb could not be determined based on the available evidence.

Aug 15, 2018 Ambler, AK N9949N Incident substantial The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing, which resulted in the left wing and horizontal stabilizer striking the ground.
Aug 14, 2018 Marsing, ID N89093 Incident substantial The loss of engine power during a low pass as a result of a blockage of the carburetor idle chambers which led to a forced landing in a river.
Aug 14, 2018 Madison, SD N6341K Incident substantial
A stuck No. 3 cylinder exhaust valve, which resulted in failure of the associated rocker arm, a partial loss of engine power, and the subsequent force…

A stuck No. 3 cylinder exhaust valve, which resulted in failure of the associated rocker arm, a partial loss of engine power, and the subsequent forced landing into tall vegetation.

Aug 12, 2018 Brooks Range, AK N62882 Incident substantial The airplane's encounter with downdraft conditions during takeoff, which resulted in a subsequent loss of altitude and collision with terrain.
Aug 10, 2018 Waynesville, OH N29204 Incident substantial The pilot's inability to stop the airplane on the wet runway after an aborted go-around, which resulted in a runway overrun and impact with terrain.
Aug 09, 2018 Greeley, CO N20JA Incident substantial
The pilot’s and safety pilot's conflicting control inputs during landing, which resulted in their failure to maintain a proper airspeed and resulted i…

The pilot’s and safety pilot's conflicting control inputs during landing, which resulted in their failure to maintain a proper airspeed and resulted in an aerodynamic stall. Contributing to the accident was the lack of communication between the pilot and safety pilot during the landing and go-around.

Aug 09, 2018 Lewiston, ID N255 Incident substantial
The liberation of an internal snap ring from a landing gear door actuator, which resulted in a complete loss of hydraulic fluid and a gear-up landing.…

The liberation of an internal snap ring from a landing gear door actuator, which resulted in a complete loss of hydraulic fluid and a gear-up landing. Contributing to the accident was the failure of maintenance personnel to replace the snap ring during the last rebuild of the actuator.

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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