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 17, 2021 Bridgeport, TX N68851 Incident substantial
The pilot’s inaccurate estimate of the fuel level during his preflight inspection, which resulted in fuel exhaustion during cruise flight and a total …

The pilot’s inaccurate estimate of the fuel level during his preflight inspection, which resulted in fuel exhaustion during cruise flight and a total loss of engine power.
Jun 17, 2021 Clarksville, TN N35585 Incident substantial The flight instructor’s inadequate remedial action during takeoff, which resulted in a runway excursion.
Jun 14, 2021 Buena Vista, CO N30286 Minor substantial The partial loss of engine power due to a vane failure in the engine-driven fuel pump.
Jun 14, 2021 Columbus, OH N13159 Minor substantial The loss of engine power due to fuel starvation resulting from sealant contamination in the wing.
Jun 13, 2021 Groton, CT N430EP Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing, resulting in a runway excursion and collision with an airport sign…

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing, resulting in a runway excursion and collision with an airport sign.
Jun 12, 2021 Fields, OR N20406 Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing on a highway, which resulted in an impact with terrain and subsequent nose over.
Jun 11, 2021 Muncie, IN UNREG Serious (1) substantial
The non-certificated pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control on departure in high density altitude conditions which resulted in an aerodynamic st…

The non-certificated pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control on departure in high density altitude conditions which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
Jun 11, 2021 Yelm, WA N513WF Incident substantial A total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence.
Jun 11, 2021 Miles City, MT N2218B Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff which resulted in a ground loop and collision with terrain.
Jun 10, 2021 Saint James, LA N365CP Incident substantial The in-flight fatigue failure of an air-conditioning system hose which resulted in a precautionary landing and impact with a road sign.
Jun 08, 2021 RONDONÓPOLIS, OF PT-KCH Fatal (4) substantial Investigation pending
Jun 06, 2021 Daleszyce, OF SP-DCM Incident — Investigation pending
Jun 06, 2021 Chandalar Lake, AK N85DT Incident substantial The pilot’s over application of the brakes, which resulted in a nose over.
Jun 05, 2021 Warwick, NY N1899N Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to attain a proper touchdown point, which resulted in the airplane contacting the ground short of the runway.
Jun 05, 2021 Alexandria, MN N3697V Minor substantial
The pilot did not maintain aircraft and directional control during the landing in variable wind conditions resulting in abnormal contact with the terr…

The pilot did not maintain aircraft and directional control during the landing in variable wind conditions resulting in abnormal contact with the terrain.
Jun 04, 2021 Aspen, CO N615RG Incident substantial
The malfunction of the landing gear handle for reasons that could not be determined, which caused the right main landing gear to collapse during the l…

The malfunction of the landing gear handle for reasons that could not be determined, which caused the right main landing gear to collapse during the landing roll.
Jun 03, 2021 RPSU-Porec, OF HA-TUB Incident minor Investigation pending
Jun 02, 2021 Washington, CA N3871L Incident substantial A total loss of engine power during an enroute climb due to a stuck exhaust valve and multiple failed piston compression rings.
May 31, 2021 Carlsbad, CA N47UP Incident substantial The student pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a bounced landing and subsequent loss of directional control.
May 31, 2021 Mitungyy-Meru, KE 5Y-CFE Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
May 30, 2021 Minden, NV N757ZZ Minor substantial
The pilot receiving instruction’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, and the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action…

The pilot receiving instruction’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, and the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action.
May 30, 2021 Inmediaciones Municipio Paz de Ariporo, Casanare, OF HK1477 Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
May 29, 2021 Cordova, AK N2761Q Minor substantial An encounter with mountain wave turbulence and windshear that exceeded the climb capability of the airplane and resulted in impact with terrain.
May 29, 2021 Fields, OR N89257 Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing
May 29, 2021 Smyrna, TN N66BK Fatal (7) destroyed The pilot’s loss of airplane control during climb due to spatial disorientation.
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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