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
Mar 02, 1996 AUBURN, CA N8662J Minor substantial failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the aircraft, which resulted in an inadvertent ground swerve.
Feb 24, 1996 WEST JORDAN, UT N76027 Minor destroyed improper installation of the airplane's carburetor fuel lines by maintenance personnel.
Feb 23, 1996 HAZARD, KY N90AD Minor substantial
failure of the engine crankshaft, which resulted in loss of engine power, a forced landing, and subsequent damage to the airplane. A factor relating …

failure of the engine crankshaft, which resulted in loss of engine power, a forced landing, and subsequent damage to the airplane. A factor relating to the accident was: lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.

Feb 19, 1996 VANCOUVER, WA N3272J Minor substantial
the pilot's failure to use carburetor heat, and his delay in aborting the takeoff after noting sluggish acceleration. Factors were: the carburetor ici…

the pilot's failure to use carburetor heat, and his delay in aborting the takeoff after noting sluggish acceleration. Factors were: the carburetor icing conditions, the trees off the end of the runway, and the soft ground conditions in the forced landing area.

Feb 18, 1996 JACKSON, MS N166F Minor substantial
loss of engine power during takeoff for undetermined reason(s). A factor relating to the accident was: the lack of suitable terrain for a forced land…

loss of engine power during takeoff for undetermined reason(s). A factor relating to the accident was: the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.

Feb 07, 1996 MATTITUCK, NY N757PS Minor substantial
the student pilot's inadequate inflight decision and inadequate evaluation of the weather which resulted in a downwind landing and runway overrun. Th…

the student pilot's inadequate inflight decision and inadequate evaluation of the weather which resulted in a downwind landing and runway overrun. The student pilot's failure to follow directives was a contributing factor.

Jan 28, 1996 KNOXVILLE, TN N50215 Minor substantial Failure of the pilot to maintain sufficient airspeed during a go-around, which resulted in a stall.
Jan 23, 1996 GREENVILLE, SC N65465 Minor substantial the failure of the student pilot to maintain airspeed while raising the flaps during the go-around.
Jan 18, 1996 LAS VEGAS, NM N761KK Minor substantial failure of the throttle cable. A factor relating to the accident was: the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.
Jan 14, 1996 CHESTERFIELD, MO N24311 Minor destroyed
the pilot misjudged the flare and performed an improper recovery from a bounced landing. A factor was the inadequate ground instruction concerning re…

the pilot misjudged the flare and performed an improper recovery from a bounced landing. A factor was the inadequate ground instruction concerning recovery from a bounced landing.

Jan 08, 1996 LANTANA, FL N800PB Minor substantial Loss of engine power for an undetermined reason, while over water, which resulted in a forced landing/ditching at sea.
Jan 06, 1996 NEW PORT RICHEY, FL N60647 Minor substantial
FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL OF THE AIRPLANE, WHILE LANDING WITH A CROSSWIND, WHICH RESULTED IN AN INADVERTENT GROUND SWERVE. …

FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL OF THE AIRPLANE, WHILE LANDING WITH A CROSSWIND, WHICH RESULTED IN AN INADVERTENT GROUND SWERVE. A FACTOR RELATING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS: THE PILOT'S LACK OF RECENT FLYING EXPERIENCE.

Dec 26, 1995 COMPTON, CA N6110Q Minor destroyed a push rod failed from fatigue as a result of longitudinal stress corrosion cracking.
Dec 17, 1995 BRYCEVILLE, FL N75938 Minor substantial
The pilot's improper planning/decision. Factors relating to the accident were: the pilot's inaccurate evaluation of the weather conditions, the pilot…

The pilot's improper planning/decision. Factors relating to the accident were: the pilot's inaccurate evaluation of the weather conditions, the pilot becoming lost/disoriented, and the lack of braking action on wet grass during the precautionary landing.

Dec 01, 1995 EADS, CO N735JN Minor substantial
FAILURE OF THE ENGINE CONNECTING ROD BOLTS AND SEPARATION OF THE CYLINDER FROM THE CRANKCASE. FACTORS WERE THE LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN FOR THE FORCED…

FAILURE OF THE ENGINE CONNECTING ROD BOLTS AND SEPARATION OF THE CYLINDER FROM THE CRANKCASE. FACTORS WERE THE LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN FOR THE FORCED LANDING, AND REDUCED LIGHT CONDITIONS (DARK NIGHT).

Nov 29, 1995 SANTA FE, NM N8130V Minor substantial Loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A factor relating to the accident was: the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.
Nov 27, 1995 KASILOF, AK N4231F Minor substantial The pilot's inadvertent liftoff, and an inoperative elevator that became jammed due to frozen slush/snow.
Nov 25, 1995 NORA SPRINGS, IA N6094R Minor substantial
the pilot's inadequate preflight planning/preparation, which resulted in loss of airspeed and a stall/mush as he was maneuvering to avoid obstructions…

the pilot's inadequate preflight planning/preparation, which resulted in loss of airspeed and a stall/mush as he was maneuvering to avoid obstructions off the end of the runway. Factors relating to the accident were: the unfavorable wind condition, high obstructions, and the airplane's excessive gross weight.

Nov 25, 1995 SONORA, CA N3000J Minor substantial
carburetor icing, due to the pilot's improper use of power plant controls and/or carburetor heat. A factor relating to the accident was: the weather …

carburetor icing, due to the pilot's improper use of power plant controls and/or carburetor heat. A factor relating to the accident was: the weather condition, which was conducive to carburetor ice.

Nov 24, 1995 ENGLEWOOD, CO N1147M Minor substantial
failure of the pilot to feather the propeller on the inoperative engine in accordance with the emergency procedure. Factors relating to the accident w…

failure of the pilot to feather the propeller on the inoperative engine in accordance with the emergency procedure. Factors relating to the accident were: loss of power in the left engine for undetermined reason(s), and rough/uneven terrain in the emergency landing area.

Nov 12, 1995 DOUGLAS, WA N3900J Minor substantial THE PILOT FELL ASLEEP.
Nov 10, 1995 SNELLVILLE, GA N759XV Minor substantial THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO ATTAIN THE PROPER TOUCHDOWN POINT ON LANDING. THE SUNGLARE AND WET GRASS WERE FACTORS.
Nov 04, 1995 REDWOOD CITY, CA N316HG Minor substantial the simultaneous total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Oct 30, 1995 MADERA, CA N4110C Minor substantial
Fuel exhaustion due to the pilot's improper preflight planning and failure to ensure that adequate fuel was onboard to complete the flight. Darkness w…

Fuel exhaustion due to the pilot's improper preflight planning and failure to ensure that adequate fuel was onboard to complete the flight. Darkness was a related factor.

Oct 29, 1995 REKLAW, TX N3152A Minor substantial THE LOSS OF ENGINE POWER FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS. A FACTOR WAS THE LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN FOR THE FORCED 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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