Cessna Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 28016 events recorded from 1974 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 23, 2016 | Frederick, MD | N65329 | Incident | substantial | The student pilot's improper pitch control during the landing flare, which resulted in a hard bounced landing. |
| Mar 23, 2016 | Valparaiso, IN | N918U | Incident | substantial | The student pilot's failure to maintain pitch control during the landing flare, which resulted in a porpoise and substantial damage to the firewall. |
| Mar 20, 2016 | Daule, EC | HC-CJS | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Mar 20, 2016 | Nashville, TN | N118ET | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's excessive pitch up and incorrect action of selecting flaps to zero degrees, which resulted in a tail strike during a go-around in crosswin…The pilot's excessive pitch up and incorrect action of selecting flaps to zero degrees, which resulted in a tail strike during a go-around in crosswind conditions. |
| Mar 19, 2016 | Myrtle Beach, SC | N59196 | Incident | substantial |
A complete loss of electrical power, which resulted from the separation of an alternator wire due to corrosion. Contributing to the accident was the f…A complete loss of electrical power, which resulted from the separation of an alternator wire due to corrosion. Contributing to the accident was the failure of the emergency landing gear extension system due to a lack of hydraulic fluid, which resulted in insufficient pressure to extend the landing gear. |
| Mar 14, 2016 | Lugano, SZ | HB-VWM | Incident | minor | Investigation pending |
| Mar 13, 2016 | Chandler, AZ | N89939 | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion, a ground loop, and a collision with…The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion, a ground loop, and a collision with an airport sign. |
| Mar 13, 2016 | Boulder, UT | N4696B | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to abort the takeoff from the soft runway surface, which precluded optimal acceleration during the takeoff sequence. |
| Mar 06, 2016 | Scottsdale, AZ | N6023V | Incident | substantial |
The failure of the student pilot to maintain pitch control while landing, which resulted in a hard landing, loss of directional control, and runway ex…The failure of the student pilot to maintain pitch control while landing, which resulted in a hard landing, loss of directional control, and runway excursion. |
| Mar 02, 2016 | Simmesport, LA | N3339J | Incident | substantial |
The installation of an improper bearing and thrust washer during engine overhaul, which resulted in failure of the connecting rods and a subsequent to…The installation of an improper bearing and thrust washer during engine overhaul, which resulted in failure of the connecting rods and a subsequent total loss of engine power. |
| Mar 02, 2016 | Clinton, AR | N3869V | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain direction control during the landing roll, which resulted in runway excursion, and collision with a fence. |
| Mar 01, 2016 | Chester, CT | N94569 | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing, which resulted in a runway excursion. |
| Feb 27, 2016 | Gettysburg, PA | N976HB | Incident | substantial |
A partial loss of engine power during initial climb for undetermined reasons because examination of the engine and a successful test-run did not revea…A partial loss of engine power during initial climb for undetermined reasons because examination of the engine and a successful test-run did not reveal any anomalies that would preclude normal operation. |
| Feb 24, 2016 | Pullman, WA | N152LC | Incident | substantial | The student pilot's improper landing approach, which resulted in a hard landing and the subsequent overstress failure of the nose landing gear. |
| Feb 24, 2016 | Grand Junction, CO | N10580 | Incident | substantial | Failure of the right main tire for reasons that could not be determined because the tire was not available for examination. |
| Feb 24, 2016 | Enumclaw, WA | N2715C | Incident | substantial | The pilot's incorrect brake application during taxi, which resulted in a nose over. |
| Feb 21, 2016 | Willoughby, OH | N516TG | Incident | substantial |
The student pilot's failure to reduce pitch attitude during a simulated engine failure during takeoff initial climb, resulting in a high descent rate …The student pilot's failure to reduce pitch attitude during a simulated engine failure during takeoff initial climb, resulting in a high descent rate and hard landing. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor's delayed remedial action during the simulated engine failure. |
| Feb 17, 2016 | Newport News, VA | N35502 | Incident | substantial | The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, resulting in a runway excursion and impact with terrain. |
| Feb 14, 2016 | Sleetmute, AK | N2253C | Incident | substantial | The pilot's decision to make contact with an unsuitable landing surface, resulting in a nose over. |
| Feb 13, 2016 | Independence, OR | N3625V | Incident | substantial | The failure of the left main landing gear wheel axle due to a fatigue crack. |
| Feb 12, 2016 | Shirley, NY | N47259 | Incident | destroyed |
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate terrain clearance while landing, which resulted in a collision with a snow berm, nose gear collapse, and post…The pilot's failure to maintain adequate terrain clearance while landing, which resulted in a collision with a snow berm, nose gear collapse, and postimpact fire. |
| Feb 09, 2016 | Dallas, TX | N774SB | Incident | — |
The loss of aileron trim due to the lack of separation between the cannon head on the back of autopilot cannon plug and the aileron trim tab control g…The loss of aileron trim due to the lack of separation between the cannon head on the back of autopilot cannon plug and the aileron trim tab control gear. Contributing to the incident was the lack of guidance in the airplane maintenance manual to verify separation of the autopilot control head and aileron trim tab control gear before completing work on the control pedestal. |
| Feb 08, 2016 | Gold Beach, OR | N6951E | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain an approach angle of descent to avoid obstacles, resulting in the airplane striking the airport perimeter fence. |
| Feb 03, 2016 | San Diego, CA | N1955L | Incident | minor |
The failure of the flight instructor of the other airplane to maintain awareness while parked on the ramp with the engine operating, which resulted in…The failure of the flight instructor of the other airplane to maintain awareness while parked on the ramp with the engine operating, which resulted in impact with the parked airplane. |
| Feb 01, 2016 | Lapeer, MI | N6960F | Incident | substantial |
The student pilot's failure to achieve an adequate climb rate while turning to avoid obstacles during an aborted landing, resulting in an uncontrolled…The student pilot's failure to achieve an adequate climb rate while turning to avoid obstacles during an aborted landing, resulting in an uncontrolled descent, collision with terrain, and a nose over. |