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
Jun 20, 2018	Kent, WA	N9130T	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s use of excessive braking during the landing roll, which resulted in the airplane coming to rest nose down.
Jun 18, 2018	Beloit, KS	N756SW	Incident	substantial	The mechanic’s failure to properly torque one of the left brake caliper’s back plate attachment bolts while re-installing it during the annual inspect… The mechanic’s failure to properly torque one of the left brake caliper’s back plate attachment bolts while re-installing it during the annual inspection, which resulted in the left main landing gear not extending before landing.
Jun 17, 2018	Fullerton, CA	N734RS	Incident	substantial	The National Transportation Safety Board did not determine the probable cause of this event and does not plan to issue a report or open a public docke… The National Transportation Safety Board did not determine the probable cause of this event and does not plan to issue a report or open a public docket. The investigation of this event is being conducted under the jurisdiction of the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
Jun 17, 2018	Sebring, FL	N6284X	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing with a crosswind.
Jun 15, 2018	Big Lake, AK	N9964X	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s inability to maintain directional control during the landing roll due to a flat tire.
Jun 14, 2018	Salem, IL	N98395	Incident	substantial	The student pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from a pole while taxiing the airplane on the ramp.
Jun 14, 2018	Denison, TX	N67404	Incident	substantial	The student pilot’s improper landing flare in crosswind conditions, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing.
Jun 14, 2018	Fort Lauderdale, FL	N322HA	Incident	substantial	The failure of the left starter relay, which resulted in a loss of electrical power during the flight and the failure of the T-handle from the cable l… The failure of the left starter relay, which resulted in a loss of electrical power during the flight and the failure of the T-handle from the cable led to a forced landing with the landing gear retracted.
Jun 10, 2018	Benson, AZ	N170W	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Jun 09, 2018	Hillsboro, TX	N363CK	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a bounced landing and subsequent porpoise.
Jun 09, 2018	Danbury, CT	N383ME	Incident	substantial	A collision with a bird during initial climb.
Jun 03, 2018	Kanab, UT	N67WW	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
Jun 03, 2018	Clovis, NM	N66ML	Incident	substantial	The total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because examination of the engine revealed no evidence of any preimpact mechan… The total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because examination of the engine revealed no evidence of any preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.
Jun 02, 2018	Fuquay Varina, NC	N1305B	Incident	substantial	The flight instructor’s failure to maintain adequate clearance from overgrown brush during taxi, which resulted in entanglement with the brush and a s… The flight instructor’s failure to maintain adequate clearance from overgrown brush during taxi, which resulted in entanglement with the brush and a subsequent impact with a tree.
Jun 01, 2018	Ramona, CA	N9410M	Incident	substantial	The failure of the engine-driven hydraulic pump due to the installation of improper cap screws, which resulted in a gap in the pump housing, a subsequ… The failure of the engine-driven hydraulic pump due to the installation of improper cap screws, which resulted in a gap in the pump housing, a subsequent hydraulic leak, and the landing gear collapsing.
May 30, 2018	Payson, AZ	N780JA	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain yaw control during a short-field takeoff in high-density altitude conditions.
May 30, 2018	Kake, AK	N2716X	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while exiting the runway after landing.
May 29, 2018	Atlanta, GA	N86507	Incident	substantial	An area of pitting and corrosion on the surface of the aluminum hydraulic line connecting the emergency handle/pump to the electric hydraulic pump, wh… An area of pitting and corrosion on the surface of the aluminum hydraulic line connecting the emergency handle/pump to the electric hydraulic pump, which resulted in a loss of hydraulic pressure and the pilot’s inability to extend the landing gear.
May 29, 2018	Orlando, FL	N497SJ	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a bounced, hard landing.
May 29, 2018	Lewiston, ID	N7546K	Incident	substantial	The failure of a hydraulic line in the landing gear system, which resulted in the pilot's inability to lower the gear and a subsequent gear-up landing… The failure of a hydraulic line in the landing gear system, which resulted in the pilot's inability to lower the gear and a subsequent gear-up landing.
May 28, 2018	Yerington, NV	N68AX	Incident	substantial	Loss of directional control during landing for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence, which resulted in a runway excurs… Loss of directional control during landing for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence, which resulted in a runway excursion.
May 28, 2018	Macas, EC	HC-BTS	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
May 28, 2018	Tulua, CO	HK2367G	Incident	minor	Investigation pending
May 27, 2018	Aberdeen, ID	N5700B	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to use carburetor heat while operating in conditions conducive to carburetor icing, which resulted in a partial loss of engine pow… The pilot's failure to use carburetor heat while operating in conditions conducive to carburetor icing, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power and a subsequent forced landing and nose-over.
May 26, 2018	Westminster, MD	N789EP	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing.

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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