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
Jul 16, 2022	Riverdale, NE	N21GF	Minor	substantial	A total loss of engine power as a result of fuel exhaustion.
Jul 15, 2022	Mc Kinney, TX	N5292G	Minor	substantial	The failure of the pilot to maintain adequate airspeed during landing resulting in an inadvertent aerodynamic stall.
Jul 14, 2022	Salt Lake City, UT	N877FE	Minor	substantial	The pilot’s inability to maintain control of the airplane when it encountered a microburst during a landing attempt and a go-around near known thunder… The pilot’s inability to maintain control of the airplane when it encountered a microburst during a landing attempt and a go-around near known thunderstorm activity. Contributing to the accident was an inadequate amount of wind sensors and wind shear detection equipment used by the ATC tower to detect microburst activity at the airport.
Jul 13, 2022	Pittstown, NJ	N8761G	Minor	substantial	The partial loss of engine power due to a stuck exhaust valve.
Jul 07, 2022	Silver Springs, NV	N7609X	Minor	substantial	A loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence.
Jul 05, 2022	Plymouth, CT	N2423A	Minor	substantial	The pilot’s encounter with known and forecast adverse weather which resulted in a collision with trees during the initial climb.
Jul 01, 2022	Harrah, OK	N6147T	Minor	substantial	The flight instructor’s inadequate inflight fuel planning that resulted in fuel exhaustion and a forced landing.
Jun 22, 2022	Lancaster, OH	N9556H	Minor	substantial	A partial loss of engine power due to the formation of carburetor ice.
Jun 16, 2022	Davis, CA	N756EG	Minor	destroyed	An in-flight fire during the initial takeoff climb for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence.
Jun 12, 2022	Minot, ND	N737BW	Minor	substantial	The student pilot’s failure to maintain airspeed and yaw control of the airplane during an aborted takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and… The student pilot’s failure to maintain airspeed and yaw control of the airplane during an aborted takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and impact with the ground.
Jun 10, 2022	Sioux Falls, SD	N201FM	Minor	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control after an attempted go-around, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with terrain.
Jun 07, 2022	Blackfoot, ID	N7303M	Minor	substantial	The pilot’s loss of airplane control during the landing approach which, resulted in an undershoot and collision with a fence.
Jun 06, 2022	Westminster, MD	N29501	Minor	substantial	The student pilot’s loss of control during a go-around and the delayed remedial action initiated by the flight instructor, which resulted in a runway … The student pilot’s loss of control during a go-around and the delayed remedial action initiated by the flight instructor, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with trees.
Jun 06, 2022	Wheatland, WY	N4067V	Minor	substantial	The pilot’s improper landing flare which, resulted in a bounced landing and subsequent nose over.
May 28, 2022	Canyon Lake, TX	N3842Q	Minor	substantial	The pilot’s failure to retract the flaps during a go-around, which resulted in decreased climb performance and a subsequent collision with trees and t… The pilot’s failure to retract the flaps during a go-around, which resulted in decreased climb performance and a subsequent collision with trees and terrain.
May 22, 2022	Prescott, AZ	N8540X	Minor	substantial	The loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence.
May 13, 2022	Owensboro, KY	N92913	Minor	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff.
May 06, 2022	Houston, TX	XB-FQS	Minor	substantial	The fixed-base operator’s incorrect fueling of the airplane, which resulted in a total loss of power in both engines.
Apr 25, 2022	Stockbridge, GA	N7572T	Minor	substantial	The flight instructor’s delayed remedial action during an unstabilized approach, which resulted in an impact with powerlines and a subsequent loss of … The flight instructor’s delayed remedial action during an unstabilized approach, which resulted in an impact with powerlines and a subsequent loss of control
Apr 23, 2022	Union, SC	N737UY	Minor	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with terrain.
Apr 21, 2022	Manhattan, KS	N9263H	Minor	substantial	The pilot’s failure to use carburetor heat during the approach and his unsuitable flight profile for an upsloping runway, which resulted in a partial … The pilot’s failure to use carburetor heat during the approach and his unsuitable flight profile for an upsloping runway, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power and an impact with terrain during an attempted go-around.
Apr 20, 2022	Blanding, UT	N46055	Minor	substantial	The pilot’s improper landing flare which, resulted in a bounced landing and loss of airplane control during an aborted landing in gusty wind condition… The pilot’s improper landing flare which, resulted in a bounced landing and loss of airplane control during an aborted landing in gusty wind conditions.
Apr 03, 2022	Houston, TX	N857CP	Minor	substantial	The student pilot’s failure to maintain direction control during takeoff in gusty wind conditions.
Apr 02, 2022	Gaithersburg, MD	N123LS	Minor	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering on final approach which resulted in a high sink rate and subsequent collision with… The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering on final approach which resulted in a high sink rate and subsequent collision with a fence.
Mar 28, 2022	Anchorage, AK	N915AA	Minor	substantial	The flight instructor’s failure to adequately monitor the student pilot which resulted in an impact with terrain and a nose-over.

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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