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 11, 2017	Ravenna, OH	N33FM	Incident	substantial	The flight instructor's failure to perform a go-around during final approach, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and a hard landing. Contributing … The flight instructor's failure to perform a go-around during final approach, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and a hard landing. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor's failure to brief the student pilot on the positive transfer of aircraft control during preflight.
Jun 11, 2017	Belmar, NJ	N71MH	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while landing in gusting wind conditions.
Jun 10, 2017	Tamiami, FL	N881AV	Incident	substantial	A partial loss of engine power during the initial climb due to carburetor icing.
Jun 10, 2017	Lawrence, KS	N99HV	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's incorrect control application during landing after a simulated engine failure, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing, and the … The student pilot's incorrect control application during landing after a simulated engine failure, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing, and the flight instructor's delayed action to perform a go-around in gusting wind conditions.
Jun 08, 2017	Nashville, TN	N4284Q	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
Jun 06, 2017	Homer, AK	N207RB	Incident	substantial	The pilot's decision to land on unsuitable terrain, which resulted in the nosewheel breaking and a subsequent noseover.
Jun 06, 2017	Tooele, UT	N741TW	Incident	substantial	The student pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed and his exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack during an attempted go-around,… The student pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed and his exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack during an attempted go-around, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
Jun 04, 2017	Newburyport, MA	N6511S	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's decision to attempt to close the cockpit window during takeoff and his subsequent failure to maintain directional control.
Jun 03, 2017	Anoka, MN	N1854F	Incident	substantial	The failure of the landing gear to fully extend due to insufficient hydraulic fluid in the hydraulic system as a result of inadequate maintenance by t… The failure of the landing gear to fully extend due to insufficient hydraulic fluid in the hydraulic system as a result of inadequate maintenance by the airplane owner.
Jun 03, 2017	Guttenberg, IA	N34462	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain an adequate approach path, which resulted in the left wing impacting a street sign.
Jun 03, 2017	San Carlos, CA	N6259T	Incident	substantial	The pilot's incorrect landing flare, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing.
Jun 02, 2017	Elk City, ID	N5011D	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed and his exceedance of the wing’s angle of attack while on short final, which resulted in an aerodyna… The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed and his exceedance of the wing’s angle of attack while on short final, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
Jun 01, 2017	Ellington, CT	N6193B	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s unstabilized approach and failure to go around in rainy, gusting crosswind conditions, which resulted in a runway overrun. Contributing to… The pilot’s unstabilized approach and failure to go around in rainy, gusting crosswind conditions, which resulted in a runway overrun. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s self-induced pressure to land due to the deteriorating weather conditions.
May 31, 2017	Clovis, NM	N185FF	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll in gusting crosswind conditions.
May 30, 2017	El Cajon, CA	N483SP	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's incorrect landing flare, which resulted in the airplane porpoising upon touchdown.
May 27, 2017	Fall River Mills, CA	N2262T	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
May 24, 2017	Elfin Cove, AK	N1265U	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s failure to recognize the magnitude of the swell size during landing, which resulted in a tail-low hard water landing.
May 23, 2017	Noatak, AK	N9575G	Incident	destroyed	A fire in the airplane's cabin, which initiated for reasons that could not be determined due to extensive thermal damage.
May 22, 2017	Skagway, AK	N754KP	Incident	substantial	An in-flight collision with a goose.
May 21, 2017	West Chester, PA	N378ES	Incident	substantial	An engine crankcase overpressurization and the subsequent loss of engine oil for reasons that could not be determined, which resulted in the failure o… An engine crankcase overpressurization and the subsequent loss of engine oil for reasons that could not be determined, which resulted in the failure of the No. 6 cylinder connecting rod due to a lack of lubrication.
May 20, 2017	Carson City, NV	N6203S	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s unstabilized approach during the landing flare and his exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack, which resulted in an aerodyn… The pilot’s unstabilized approach during the landing flare and his exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
May 20, 2017	Prospect, OR	N175DH	Incident	substantial	The flight instructor’s failure to attain an adequate climb rate during takeoff, which resulted in impact with trees.
May 18, 2017	Poesoegroenoe, NS	PZ-VAC	Incident	minor	Investigation pending
May 17, 2017	Diamond Point, NY	N4804F	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll with gusting wind conditions.
May 14, 2017	Clarksville, TN	N53460	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s unstabilized approach and improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard, porpoised 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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