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
Oct 10, 1998 FREEPORT, BF N9728H Fatal (4) substantial Investigation pending
Oct 05, 1998 WARREN, VT N5213G Fatal (1) destroyed
The glider pilot's failure to perform the emergency tow release and abort the takeoff. A factor in the accident was the glider pilot's improper decis…

The glider pilot's failure to perform the emergency tow release and abort the takeoff. A factor in the accident was the glider pilot's improper decision to make repeated attempts to close the canopy in flight.

Oct 01, 1998 AVALON, CA N49770 Fatal (1) destroyed
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate altitude/clearance. Contributing to the accident were the hilly and mountainous terrain and glare from the s…

The pilot's failure to maintain adequate altitude/clearance. Contributing to the accident were the hilly and mountainous terrain and glare from the setting sun.

Sep 29, 1998 KETCHIKAN, AK N4820U Fatal (1) destroyed The pilot's continued VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions. Contributing factors were low ceilings and mountainous/hilly terrain.
Sep 28, 1998 MISSING, BL CP152 Fatal (7) destroyed Investigation pending
Sep 26, 1998 WEATHERFORD, TX N3469D Fatal (2) substantial The pilot's failure to maintain obstacle clearance.
Sep 21, 1998 SAUGUS, CA N711CG Fatal (2) destroyed
the pilot's in-flight loss of control which led to a subsequent structural airframe failure as the pilot exceeded the design stress limits of the airp…

the pilot's in-flight loss of control which led to a subsequent structural airframe failure as the pilot exceeded the design stress limits of the airplane during an attempted recovery.

Sep 17, 1998 ARUSHA, TZ N36MS Fatal (3) destroyed Investigation pending
Sep 17, 1998 KOTZEBUE, AK N1809Q Fatal (1) destroyed
The pilot's continued VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions. Factors associated with the accident were low ceilings, mountainous/hilly…

The pilot's continued VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions. Factors associated with the accident were low ceilings, mountainous/hilly terrain features, rain, and fog.

Sep 16, 1998 CONCRETE, WA CFZEY Fatal (2) substantial The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control for undetermined reasons. Night conditions were a factor.
Sep 14, 1998 MT COOK, NZ ZKDKL Fatal (3) Investigation pending
Sep 14, 1998 MONTEZUMA CRK, UT N737NH Fatal (1) destroyed The pilot's attempted aerobatic maneuver and the subsequent inadvertent stall/spin. A factor was his intentional low altitude flight.
Sep 12, 1998 LAGRANGEVILLE, NY N4709Q Fatal (1) substantial The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during the takeoff, which resulted in an inadvertent stall/spin.
Sep 03, 1998 WEST JORDAN, UT N8232B Fatal (2) destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain proper airport traffic pattern altitude. Factors were night lighting conditions and the unseen static line.
Sep 01, 1998 SEYMOUR TWP., WI N5056J Fatal (2) destroyed the pilots of both airplanes not maintaining visual separation from the other airplane.
Aug 26, 1998 ANACORTES, WA N1069M Fatal (1) substantial Terrain clearance was not maintained. A low ceiling and the pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision were factors.
Aug 23, 1998 MELVILLE HALL, DO N2748J Fatal (11) Investigation pending
Aug 22, 1998 ERIE, CO N6874E Fatal (3) destroyed
The pilot's failure to maintain flying speed (above stall speed) and the subsequent stall/spin. Contributing factors were the tailwind, high density a…

The pilot's failure to maintain flying speed (above stall speed) and the subsequent stall/spin. Contributing factors were the tailwind, high density altitude, and aircraft overweight conditions.

Aug 21, 1998 PAINESVILLE, OH N9282G Fatal (1) destroyed
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, while maneuvering back toward the runway resulting in an inadvertent stall. Also causal was the pi…

The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, while maneuvering back toward the runway resulting in an inadvertent stall. Also causal was the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection which resulted in his failure to secure the oil filler cap. A contributing factor was his diverted attention.

Aug 20, 1998 WILTON, AR N7738F Fatal (1) substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain minimum required airspeed for flight, which resulted in an inadvertent stall. Factors were the pilot's improper use o…

The pilot's failure to maintain minimum required airspeed for flight, which resulted in an inadvertent stall. Factors were the pilot's improper use of flaps during the takeoff climb and the high density altitude.

Aug 17, 1998 JM 6YJPM Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Aug 16, 1998 BLUE ASH, OH N93784 Fatal (1) destroyed the pilot's inaccurate calculation of the fuel which resulted in exhaustion of fuel and subsequent loss of engine power.
Aug 15, 1998 CORD, AR N6323G Fatal (1) substantial The pilot's performance of low altitude flight and his failure to maintain obstacle clearance.
Aug 09, 1998 TOWANDA, PA N19127 Fatal (1) destroyed
The pilot's failure to obtain adequate climb and his premature retraction of the flaps. A contributing factor was his inadequate recovery from a boun…

The pilot's failure to obtain adequate climb and his premature retraction of the flaps. A contributing factor was his inadequate recovery from a bounced landing.

Aug 06, 1998 CREEDE, CO N2WF Fatal (4) destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain flying airspeed and the subsequent stall/spin. A contributing factor was high density altitude.
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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