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 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.

Aug 07, 2018 Iliamna, AK N7379U Incident substantial A total loss of engine power due to detonation/preignition damage of the No. 2 cylinder and piston for reasons that could not be determined.
Aug 06, 2018 Pomona, MO N76524 Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate fuel management, which resulted in fuel starvation and a forced landing.
Aug 06, 2018 Crystal River, FL N9608H Incident substantial The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
Aug 05, 2018 Lovelock, NV N9867X Incident substantial The pilot's improper in-flight fuel planning, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and a subsequent total loss of engine power.
Aug 04, 2018 Sallisaw, OK N707TM Incident substantial The student pilot's loss of directional control during the landing roll.
Aug 02, 2018 Watkins, MN N5523S Incident substantial
A partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because a postaccident examination revealed no evidence of preimpact mechanica…

A partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because a postaccident examination revealed no evidence of preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.

Aug 01, 2018 White Mountain, AK N185KB Incident substantial
A partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the engine revealed no mechanical malfunct…

A partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the engine revealed no mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.

Jul 29, 2018 Grand Prairie, TX N24144 Incident substantial The student pilot’s failure to maintain the runway centerline during takeoff with a crosswind.
Jul 28, 2018 Wadsworth, OH N4855G Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Jul 27, 2018 Oak Harbor, WA N152LT Incident substantial The student pilot's improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing.
Jul 26, 2018 Healdsburg, CA N1902V Incident substantial The pilot's improper brake application during the landing roll, which resulted in a nose-over.
Jul 26, 2018 Matthews, NC N1193Y Incident substantial
The student pilot's improper decision to conduct a solo flight without an endorsement to do so and to perform an off-airport landing based on a percei…

The student pilot's improper decision to conduct a solo flight without an endorsement to do so and to perform an off-airport landing based on a perceived performance issue with the airplane. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of training and overall experience.

Jul 26, 2018 Spring, TX N865CP Incident substantial The student pilot’s improper landing flare in a crosswind, which resulted in a hard landing.
Jul 25, 2018 Meadow Lakes, AK N171Q Incident substantial The pilot’s selection of the wrong fuel tank for departure, which resulted in fuel starvation and the subsequent total loss of engine power.
Jul 23, 2018 Cork, EI N752TX Incident substantial Investigation pending
Jul 23, 2018 Tulsa, OK N866VP Incident substantial The airplane’s collision with a bird during approach.
Jul 22, 2018 Colorado Springs, CO N99243 Incident substantial The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing in gusting crosswind conditions.
Jul 22, 2018 Everett, WA N45586 Incident substantial
A total loss of engine power due to carburetor icing during final approach, which resulted in a hard landing short of the runway and the nose landing …

A total loss of engine power due to carburetor icing during final approach, which resulted in a hard landing short of the runway and the nose landing gear collapsing.

Jul 21, 2018 Blum, TX N3611Y Incident substantial
The pilot's excessive leaning of the fuel mixture, which resulted in a loss of engine power, and the pilot's failure to extend the landing gear in acc…

The pilot's excessive leaning of the fuel mixture, which resulted in a loss of engine power, and the pilot's failure to extend the landing gear in accordance with the airplane emergency checklist, which resulted in a gear-up landing.

Jul 21, 2018 Hood River, OR N195N Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Jul 20, 2018 Malden, MO N46CH Incident substantial The pilot’s improper landing flare in gusting wind conditions, which resulted in a hard landing.
Jul 19, 2018 Bozeman, MT N3224D Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Jul 19, 2018 Spearfish, SD N432W Incident substantial The pilot’s improper decision to take off in tailwind conditions, which resulted in an aborted takeoff with insufficient runway remaining.
Jul 17, 2018 Chicago, IL N969RR Incident substantial The student pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a truck while taxiing.
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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