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 14, 1999 SUPERIOR, WI N4611B Fatal (2) destroyed the Certified Flight Instructor failed to maintain control of the airplane.
Apr 14, 1999 KOTZEBUE, AK N73188 Fatal (1) destroyed
The pilot's continued VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions, spatial disorientation, and an inadvertent stall. Factors in the accident…

The pilot's continued VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions, spatial disorientation, and an inadvertent stall. Factors in the accident were weather conditions consisting of snow and mist, and flat lighting conditions.

Apr 03, 1999 CECILIA, KY N4159Q Fatal (2) destroyed
The flight instructor's failure to maintain control of the airplane. A factor was the flight instructor's inexperience instructing in the accident ai…

The flight instructor's failure to maintain control of the airplane. A factor was the flight instructor's inexperience instructing in the accident airplane.

Mar 22, 1999 ATWOOD, KS N5706G Fatal (1) destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from obstacles.
Mar 22, 1999 RANCHO CUCAMONG, CA N67821 Fatal (1) destroyed the pilot's failure to maintain altitude/clearance from mountainous terrain for unknown reasons.
Mar 16, 1999 CHESAPEAKE, VA N13DT Fatal (2) destroyed
The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during a single engine emergency landing, after experiencing a failure of the left engine. A …

The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during a single engine emergency landing, after experiencing a failure of the left engine. A factor in this accident was the failure of the left engine's camshaft due to a fatigue crack.

Mar 14, 1999 GILL, CO N6085A Fatal (2) destroyed
The pilot's intentional maneuvering at an unwarranted low altitude resulting in a collision with the ground. Factors were the pilot's ostentatious be…

The pilot's intentional maneuvering at an unwarranted low altitude resulting in a collision with the ground. Factors were the pilot's ostentatious behavioral display and reduced lighting (dusk) conditions.

Mar 09, 1999 NORTH BEND, OR N41096 Fatal (2) substantial A delayed aborted takeoff for an undetermined reason.
Feb 28, 1999 PACIFIC OCEAN, PO HSKCC Fatal (1) destroyed A loss of engine oil pressure and ensuing loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Feb 21, 1999 GRENOLA, KS N1831Y Fatal (2) destroyed loss of control in flight due to incapacitation.
Feb 11, 1999 LEOMINSTER, MA N1460D Fatal (1) substantial The pilot's failure to maintain the proper altitude during the approach.
Feb 07, 1999 TRINIDAD, BL CP161 Fatal (6) destroyed Investigation pending
Feb 06, 1999 OZONA, TX N54FC Fatal (5) destroyed the pilot's failure to obtain/maintain clearance from terrain during initial climb after take off. A contributing factor was the dark night.
Feb 06, 1999 NAPLES, FL N6174F Fatal (1) destroyed In-flight collision with water while on base turn to final at night for undetermined reasons.
Feb 06, 1999 MARIPOSA, CA N50878 Fatal (1) destroyed
The pilot's premature descent into terrain during a dark nighttime approach. Also causal was his physiological impairment due to alcohol. A contribu…

The pilot's premature descent into terrain during a dark nighttime approach. Also causal was his physiological impairment due to alcohol. A contributing factor was his psychological condition.

Jan 31, 1999 SALEM, MO N7586N Fatal (1) destroyed
the spatial disorientation and loss of control by the pilot after a reported vacuum failure. Factors were instrument flight conditions and icing cond…

the spatial disorientation and loss of control by the pilot after a reported vacuum failure. Factors were instrument flight conditions and icing conditions.

Jan 20, 1999 DANVILLE, CA N8579M Fatal (1) destroyed The pilot's disregard for the preflight weather briefing, and his intentional continuation into adverse weather conditions.
Jan 20, 1999 ALBUQUERQUE, NM N79NL Fatal (3) destroyed
Total failure of the vacuum system, and failure of the pilot to maintain aircraft control, resulting in wing spar failure. Factors were the pilot's s…

Total failure of the vacuum system, and failure of the pilot to maintain aircraft control, resulting in wing spar failure. Factors were the pilot's spatial disorientation, and his exceeding the design stress limits of the airplane.

Jan 17, 1999 JUMLA, NP UNK Fatal (4) Investigation pending
Jan 17, 1999 HONOBIA, OK N8433T Fatal (4) destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control for an undetermined reason.
Jan 11, 1999 KEARNY, NJ N87365 Fatal (1) destroyed a loss of elevator control for undetermined reasons.
Dec 26, 1998 MIDLAND, TX N182FE Fatal (3) destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed, resulting in an inadvertent stall.
Dec 25, 1998 ANGOLA, IN N989CP Fatal (1) destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control for undetermined reasons.
Dec 24, 1998 YUCAIPA, CA N11829 Fatal (2) destroyed The flight instructor's failure to maintain control of the airplane.
Dec 19, 1998 ST JOHN'S, CA N4688C Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
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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