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
Nov 11, 1993	WEST MILFORD, NJ	N3481V	Minor	substantial	THE LOSS OF ENGINE POWER DUE TO AN UNDETERMINED REASON. A FACTOR IN THIS ACCIDENT WAS THE LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN TO COMPLETE A FORCED LANDING.
Nov 10, 1993	SALT LAKE CITY, UT	N9652X	Minor	destroyed	THE PILOT IN COMMAND'S MAINTAINING INADEQUATE ALTITUDE WHILE CROSSING OVER THE GROUND TRACK OF THE LANDING BOEING 757. A FACTOR CONTRIBUTING TO THE A… THE PILOT IN COMMAND'S MAINTAINING INADEQUATE ALTITUDE WHILE CROSSING OVER THE GROUND TRACK OF THE LANDING BOEING 757. A FACTOR CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS WAKE TURBULENCE.
Nov 09, 1993	MOBERLY, MO	N35537	Minor	substantial	the failure of the pilot-in-command to use all of the available runway.
Nov 04, 1993	PALM SPRINGS, CA	N7646M	Minor	substantial	fuel exhaustion due to the pilot's failure to adequately monitor the fuel consumption during the flight.
Nov 01, 1993	FORT LAUDERDALE, FL	N210TK	Minor	destroyed	An engine failure for undetermined causes over terrain unsuitable for a forced landing.
Nov 01, 1993	MCKENZIE BRIDGE, OR	N6629H	Minor	substantial	A PARTIAL LOSS OF ENGINE POWER FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS.
Oct 24, 1993	WOODVILLE, TX	N317BB	Minor	substantial	FAILURE OF THE PILOT IN COMMAND TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE AIRCRAFT DURING AN ABORTED LANDING.
Oct 24, 1993	ZELLWOOD, FL	N731MF	Minor	destroyed	PARTIAL LOSS OF ENGINE POWER FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS.
Oct 24, 1993	BYRON, WI	N5390B	Minor	destroyed	the pilot's inaccurate fuel consumption calculations which resulted in his not refueling during the flight. A factor related to the accident was the … the pilot's inaccurate fuel consumption calculations which resulted in his not refueling during the flight. A factor related to the accident was the pilot's failure to maintain proper airspeed during the forced landing.
Oct 22, 1993	TEWKSBURY, MA	N3328X	Minor	substantial	was an improperly planned approach, and excessive compensation for the winds by the pilot which resulted in an overrun, and on ground collision with a… was an improperly planned approach, and excessive compensation for the winds by the pilot which resulted in an overrun, and on ground collision with a fence and vehicle. A factor was the gusty crosswinds.
Oct 03, 1993	NEW DEAL, TX	N2031J	Minor	substantial	FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN GROUND CLEARANCE WHILE AVOIDING A POWERLINE. FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO SEE A SECOND SET OF POWER LINES PRIOR TO INITIAT… FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN GROUND CLEARANCE WHILE AVOIDING A POWERLINE. FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO SEE A SECOND SET OF POWER LINES PRIOR TO INITIATING THE SPRAYING RUN WAS ALSO A CAUSE.
Oct 02, 1993	MONROE, MI	N2759S	Minor	substantial	THE PILOT'S INADEQUATE PREFLIGHT PLANNING/PREPARATION, WHEN HE MISJUDGED THE (INADEQUATE) SUPPLY OF FUEL BEFORE TAKEOFF, WHICH RESULTED IN FUEL EXHAUS… THE PILOT'S INADEQUATE PREFLIGHT PLANNING/PREPARATION, WHEN HE MISJUDGED THE (INADEQUATE) SUPPLY OF FUEL BEFORE TAKEOFF, WHICH RESULTED IN FUEL EXHAUSTION. SOFT TERRAIN IN THE EMERGENCY LANDING AREA WAS A RELATED FACTOR.
Oct 02, 1993	FALLON, NV	N4266V	Minor	substantial	was the pilot's failure to maintain an adequate approach path to the runway and his inadequate altitude. Contributing factors were the pilot's delaye… was the pilot's failure to maintain an adequate approach path to the runway and his inadequate altitude. Contributing factors were the pilot's delayed remedial action and his lack of recent experience in the airplane.
Oct 01, 1993	BATAVIA, OH	N3332U	Minor	substantial	THE PILOT'S IMPROPER FLARE.
Sep 25, 1993	LONG ISLAND, TK	N8676U	Minor	destroyed	Investigation pending
Sep 13, 1993	YAMHILL, OR	N757WT	Minor	substantial	THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN A PROPER GLIDEPATH, IMPROPER FLARE, AND IMPROPER RECOVERY FROM A FORCED LANDING.
Sep 11, 1993	TANGIER ISLAND, VA	N5347J	Minor	substantial	FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE AIRCRAFT DURING A GO-AROUND. A FACTOR RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WAS: THE CROSSWIND CONDITION.
Sep 06, 1993	PRICE, UT	N8067E	Minor	substantial	THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN AIRSPEED ABOVE STALL.
Aug 28, 1993	ATIGAN PASS, AK	N80303	Minor	substantial	THE PILOT'S IMPROPER INFLIGHT PLANNING/DECISION AND DELAY IN TAKING REMEDIAL ACTION.
Aug 28, 1993	LEXINGTON, IL	N3825V	Minor	destroyed	an inadequate climb airspeed by the pilot-in-command.
Aug 22, 1993	GARFIELD, WA	N22369	Minor	substantial	THE PILOT'S IMPROPER FLARE AND RECOVERY FROM A BOUNCED LANDING. FACTORS INCLUDE APPROACH AIRSPEED NOT MAINTAINED, A LACK OF TOTAL EXPERIENCE, AND A DI… THE PILOT'S IMPROPER FLARE AND RECOVERY FROM A BOUNCED LANDING. FACTORS INCLUDE APPROACH AIRSPEED NOT MAINTAINED, A LACK OF TOTAL EXPERIENCE, AND A DITCH NEAR THE RUNWAY.
Aug 15, 1993	BEACH HAVEN, NJ	N53136	Minor	substantial	FAILURE OF THE BANNER RELEASE SYSTEM TO FUNCTION FOR AN UNDETERMINED REASON, WHICH RESULTED IN AN INABILITY OF THE AIRCRAFT TO SUSTAIN FLIGHT ONCE THE… FAILURE OF THE BANNER RELEASE SYSTEM TO FUNCTION FOR AN UNDETERMINED REASON, WHICH RESULTED IN AN INABILITY OF THE AIRCRAFT TO SUSTAIN FLIGHT ONCE THE BANNER BEGAN DRAGGING IN THE WATER. A FACTOR RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WAS: LACK OF COORDINATION BETWEEN THE PILOT AND GROUND PERSONNEL TO INFORM THE PILOT OF THE EXTRA LENGTH OF THE TOW LINE.
Aug 15, 1993	LAWRENCE, MA	N30393	Minor	substantial	THE IMPROPER INSTALLATION OF THE BATTERY BOX COVER BY MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL.
Aug 11, 1993	DELANO, CA	N300GW	Minor	substantial	the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection and his failure to refuel the aircraft.
Aug 03, 1993	TIMPSON, TX	N4816B	Minor	substantial	THE PILOT IN COMMAND'S FAILURE TO REFUEL RESULTING IN FUEL EXHUSTION. FACTORS WERE: THE LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN FOR THE FORCED LANDING, AND DARK N… THE PILOT IN COMMAND'S FAILURE TO REFUEL RESULTING IN FUEL EXHUSTION. FACTORS WERE: THE LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN FOR THE FORCED LANDING, AND DARK NIGHT LIGHT CONDITIONS.

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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