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
Apr 06, 2017 San Marcos, TX N2477F Incident substantial The student pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
Apr 05, 2017 Detroit Lakes, MN N1215M Incident substantial
The malfunction of the right main landing gear actuator for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination revealed no mechanic…

The malfunction of the right main landing gear actuator for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination revealed no mechanical anomalies that would have precluded normal operation. Contributing to the accident was the improper decision to disengage the landing gear system circuit breaker before the flight, which was contrary to the manufacturer-recommended procedures.

Apr 03, 2017 Twisp, WA N7547G Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain crosswind correction during landing, which resulted in the airplane cartwheeling.
Mar 29, 2017 Mooresville, NC N2383C Incident substantial The pilot's failure to properly configure the airplane's flaps for takeoff, which resulted in a longer ground roll and subsequent runway excursion.
Mar 28, 2017 St. Petersburg, FL N7838B Incident substantial
The pilot receiving instruction’s overcorrection with rudder during the landing roll, which resulted in a ground loop and runway excursion. Contributi…

The pilot receiving instruction’s overcorrection with rudder during the landing roll, which resulted in a ground loop and runway excursion. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action.

Mar 24, 2017 Baltimore, MD N13499 Incident substantial The student pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from other airplanes in the run-up area.
Mar 24, 2017 Salt Lake City, UT N551BC Incident substantial An in-flight collision with a goose during approach.
Mar 23, 2017 Timberlake, NC N3947R Incident substantial The student pilot’s failure to maintain pitch control during the landing flare with a tailwind, which resulted in a propeller strike.
Mar 20, 2017 Greeley, CO N6402V Incident minor Failure of the left main landing gear actuator assembly, which resulted in an inability to extend the left main landing gear.
Mar 19, 2017 Columbia, IL N1915N Incident substantial The partial loss of engine power due to carburetor icing.
Mar 18, 2017 Colorado Springs, CO N747AB Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to complete the landing checklist and to extend the landing gear before touchdown.
Mar 13, 2017 Skiatook, OK N6330B Incident substantial
The loss of directional control while taxiing for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the airplane revealed no me…

The loss of directional control while taxiing for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the airplane revealed no mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.

Mar 12, 2017 Hillsboro, OR N5440H Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll in quartering tailwind conditions.
Mar 03, 2017 Alpine, TX N2892Y Incident substantial
The pilot’s inadequate compensation for gusting crosswind conditions at night and his delayed go-around, which resulted in the airplane bouncing and i…

The pilot’s inadequate compensation for gusting crosswind conditions at night and his delayed go-around, which resulted in the airplane bouncing and impacting a fence.

Mar 02, 2017 Greenville, ME N7450X Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while taxiing in gusting crosswind conditions.
Mar 02, 2017 Ft Lauderdale, FL N340DW Incident substantial Failure of the left main landing gear downlock link, which resulted in a landing gear collapse during the landing roll.
Mar 02, 2017 Tulsa, OK N6138Q Incident substantial The student pilot’s loss of directional control.
Mar 01, 2017 St Petersburg, FL N22904 Incident substantial
The student pilot’s overcompensation of right rudder pedal application during the landing roll, which resulted in a loss of directional control and im…

The student pilot’s overcompensation of right rudder pedal application during the landing roll, which resulted in a loss of directional control and impact with runway signage and a fence.

Feb 26, 2017 Hong Kong, CH B-HHN Incident substantial Investigation pending
Feb 26, 2017 Madill, OK N6132Q Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from a hangar while taxiing at night.
Feb 25, 2017 Waukesha, WI N255BC Incident substantial
The pilot’s decision to fly in in conditions conducive to structural icing and her subsequent failure to maintain airplane control during the instrume…

The pilot’s decision to fly in in conditions conducive to structural icing and her subsequent failure to maintain airplane control during the instrument approach.

Feb 24, 2017 Linden, NJ N685V Incident substantial The pilot’s abrupt maneuver to avoid birds during short final approach, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing.
Feb 24, 2017 Orange, MA N77116 Incident substantial The pilot’s selection of unsuitable terrain for landing, which resulted in a nose-over.
Feb 19, 2017 Fairbanks, AK N185AE Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain an appropriate glidepath to the runway and to use the vertical guidance system.
Feb 19, 2017 Three Rivers, MI N11344 Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain sufficient airspeed during the landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing 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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