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
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.
Feb 18, 2017 Statesville, NC N738DS Incident substantial A loss of airplane control during takeoff for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information.
Feb 17, 2017 Naples, FL N737RT Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain pitch control, which resulted in a hard landing.
Feb 16, 2017 Burlington, NC N381MG Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain the runway heading during an attempted go-around in gusting crosswind conditions, which resulted in a runway excursion…

The pilot's failure to maintain the runway heading during an attempted go-around in gusting crosswind conditions, which resulted in a runway excursion.
Feb 13, 2017 Wheatland, WY N1421D Incident substantial
The flight instructor’s incorrect compensation for the gusting crosswind during the landing roll, which resulted in a loss of directional control and …

The flight instructor’s incorrect compensation for the gusting crosswind during the landing roll, which resulted in a loss of directional control and runway excursion.
Feb 11, 2017 Virgin Gorda, VG N603AB Incident substantial Investigation pending
Feb 10, 2017 Giseong-ri, KS HL1171 Incident minor Investigation pending
Feb 03, 2017 Bonifay, FL N6318M Incident substantial The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing in crosswind conditions.
Jan 30, 2017 Tyonek, AK N5222E Incident substantial The pilot’s improper decision to land on a snow-covered airstrip with a tundra tire-equipped airplane, which resulted in a nose-over.
Jan 28, 2017 Charleston, WV N59196 Incident substantial The pilot’s improper landing flare in gusting wind conditions, which resulted in a hard landing and runway excursion.
Jan 26, 2017 Clearwater, FL N2382R Incident substantial The pilot's improper landing flare, which resulted in damage to the engine firewall.
Jan 26, 2017 Midland, TX N38EE Incident substantial The student pilot's improper landing flare, which resulted in a bounced landing.
Jan 23, 2017 Denton, TX N3545L Incident substantial The pilot’s improper fuel planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Jan 22, 2017 Sebring, OH N3828D Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain the proper glidepath during landing, which resulted in the airplane landing short of the runway, the nose landing gear…

The pilot’s failure to maintain the proper glidepath during landing, which resulted in the airplane landing short of the runway, the nose landing gear separating, and the airplane nosing over during a second landing.
Jan 17, 2017 Markleeville, CA N5623C Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain altitude during a low pass and the subsequent impact with a snow berm, which resulted in a nosed-over.
Jan 14, 2017 Coeur D'Alene, ID N3210A Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain an appropriate descent rate during approach, which resulted in landing short of the runway threshold.
Jan 12, 2017 Punta Gorda, FL N10897 Incident substantial The student pilot’s failure to maintain proper pitch control, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing.
Jan 11, 2017 Green Bay, WI C-GTBI Incident substantial
The airplane’s encounter with unforecast icing conditions, which led to structural icing that obscured the pilot’s vision, an aerodynamic stall, and a…

The airplane’s encounter with unforecast icing conditions, which led to structural icing that obscured the pilot’s vision, an aerodynamic stall, and a subsequent hard landing.
Jan 11, 2017 Gardermoen, NO LN-IDB Incident substantial Investigation pending
Jan 07, 2017 Jackson, CA N71RC Incident substantial The failure of the right main landing gear torque link bolt in overstress, which resulted in the collapse of the landing gear during the landing roll.
Jan 07, 2017 Hollywood, FL N907WA Incident substantial The student pilot’s improper landing flare in gusting crosswind conditions, which resulted in a hard landing.
Dec 28, 2016 Prairie Du Sac, WI N6941X Incident substantial
The pilot's decision to taxi the airplane from the roadway and his subsequent failure to maintain clearance from signs and a fence after a successful …

The pilot's decision to taxi the airplane from the roadway and his subsequent failure to maintain clearance from signs and a fence after a successful emergency landing following a total loss of engine power.
Dec 24, 2016 Palm Coast, FL N1289Y Incident substantial The student pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing and porpoise.
Dec 23, 2016 Warren, MN N7961F Incident substantial The noncertificated pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing, which resulted in a runway excursion.
Dec 20, 2016 Longville, MN N80RB Incident substantial The in-flight encounter with wind shear and gusting wind conditions, which resulted in a bounced landing and runway excursion.
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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