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 09, 2016	Stanley, ID	N1403S	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to attain an adequate climb gradient, which resulted in a collision with a tree and subsequent substantial damage to the left wing… The pilot's failure to attain an adequate climb gradient, which resulted in a collision with a tree and subsequent substantial damage to the left wing and aileron.
Jun 09, 2016	Buena Vista, CO	N9915Y	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll in gusty wind conditions, which resulted in a runway excursion and substan… The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll in gusty wind conditions, which resulted in a runway excursion and substantial damage to the firewall.
Jun 08, 2016	Cornelia, GA	N444WM	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's unnecessary pedal application and the flight instructor's delayed remedial action resulting in a loss of directional control, runw… The student pilot's unnecessary pedal application and the flight instructor's delayed remedial action resulting in a loss of directional control, runway excursion and ground impact during the aborted landing.
Jun 08, 2016	Thomson, GA	N124CK	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's incorrect landing flare and the flight instructor's delayed remedial action, which resulted in a hard landing, nose wheel collapse… The student pilot's incorrect landing flare and the flight instructor's delayed remedial action, which resulted in a hard landing, nose wheel collapse, and runway excursion.
Jun 08, 2016	Urbana, OH	N8324E	Incident	substantial	The pilot's abnormal runway contact during the landing flare, which resulted in a porpoise, hard landing, and runway excursion.
Jun 06, 2016	Arlington, WA	N539MT	Incident	substantial	The failure of the airplane’s right steering rod end, which resulted in the pilot’s inability to maintain directional control.
Jun 05, 2016	Henderson, AR	N124ME	Incident	substantial	The pilot's decision to abort the takeoff, which resulted in a hard landing and nose landing gear collapse.
Jun 05, 2016	Fort Dodge, IA	N750Z	Incident	substantial	The flight crew's failure to install the tail stand prior to passenger boarding, which resulted in a tail strike.
May 31, 2016	Lumberton, NJ	N7095G	Incident	substantial	The pilot's hard landing, resulting in a runway excursion and substantial damage to the firewall.
May 30, 2016	Saginaw, MI	N1441D	Incident	substantial	The pilot's exceedance of the critical angle of attack during the landing flare, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall, hard landing, right main land… The pilot's exceedance of the critical angle of attack during the landing flare, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall, hard landing, right main landing gear collapse, runway excursion, and nose over.
May 27, 2016	Sioux Falls, SD	N76MD	Incident	substantial	The failure of the No. 4 cylinder head, which resulted in an engine fire and subsequent damage to the wing structure.
May 25, 2016	Anchorage, AK	N17SR	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll in crosswind conditions, which resulted in a ground loop.
May 24, 2016	Reno, NV	N4793D	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadequate fuel planning, resulting in fuel exhaustion and substantial damage to the firewall during the forced landing.
May 23, 2016	Chinita Bay, AK	N4596U	Incident	substantial	The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for taxi, resulting in a tail strike and aft fuselage substantial damage.
May 21, 2016	Calhan, CO	N42553	Incident	substantial	The pilot's incorrect pitch control during the landing flare in gusty crosswind conditions, which resulted in a hard landing and nose over.
May 19, 2016	Newport News, VA	N1724U	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's incorrect pitch control during the landing flare, which resulted in abnormal runway contact and a substantially damaged firewall.
May 19, 2016	Redding, CA	N7610S	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll in gusty wind conditions, which resulted in a runway excursion and… The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll in gusty wind conditions, which resulted in a runway excursion and nose over.
May 18, 2016	Carbondale, IL	N4668G	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's inadequate flare which resulted in a hard landing, loss of directional control, and a runway excursion.
May 16, 2016	New Roads, LA	N80TK	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
May 16, 2016	Lake City, FL	N9077C	Incident	substantial	Internal failure of the main electrical contactor, which resulted in a complete loss of electrical power and an inability to extend the landing gear t… Internal failure of the main electrical contactor, which resulted in a complete loss of electrical power and an inability to extend the landing gear through normal means.
May 15, 2016	St. George, UT	C-GBLK	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion, ground loop, right main landing gea… The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion, ground loop, right main landing gear collapse, and substantial damage to the right wing.
May 14, 2016	Shawnee, OK	N917CP	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to remain a safe distance from obstacles while taxiing to parking, resulting in the airplane's wing striking a light pole.
May 14, 2016	Wasilla, AK	N2423F	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in a collision with terrain. Contributing to the accident was the l… The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in a collision with terrain. Contributing to the accident was the loose dirt and gravel deposited in the center of the runway.
May 14, 2016	Williamsburg, VA	N58625	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing in variable direction and gusting wind conditions, resulting in a landing off t… The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing in variable direction and gusting wind conditions, resulting in a landing off the side of the runway and impact with a drainage culvert.
May 13, 2016	Las Vegas, NV	N6281V	Incident	substantial	The pilot's loss of directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a 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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