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 24, 2015	Hamlet, NE	N8983X	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's incorrect brake application which resulted in a runway excursion and a nose over.
Nov 24, 2015	Gaithersburg, MD	N52632	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's improper flare during landing, which resulted in a bounced landing, and a runway excursion.
Nov 22, 2015	Covington, TN	N5786R	Incident	substantial	The pilot's loss of directional control during the landing roll in crosswind conditions, which resulted in a runway excursion, ground loop, and impact… The pilot's loss of directional control during the landing roll in crosswind conditions, which resulted in a runway excursion, ground loop, and impact with the ground.
Nov 20, 2015	Rush City, MN	N1180U	Incident	substantial	The student pilot did not maintain directional control of the airplane and applied excessive right rudder during landing.
Nov 19, 2015	Coalinga, CA	N9824G	Incident	substantial	A partial loss of engine power during takeoff for reasons that could not be determined, because postaccident examination revealed no mechanical malfun… A partial loss of engine power during takeoff for reasons that could not be determined, because postaccident examination revealed no mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.
Nov 16, 2015	Westminster, MD	N26499	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's failure to maintain pitch control during the landing, which resulted in a hard landing.
Nov 14, 2015	Palm Springs, CA	N2112Q	Incident	substantial	The failure of a shaft seal at the nose gear retraction/extension actuator, which resulted in a loss of hydraulic fluid and a main landing gear collap… The failure of a shaft seal at the nose gear retraction/extension actuator, which resulted in a loss of hydraulic fluid and a main landing gear collapse during landing.
Nov 13, 2015	Bowstring, MN	N717AT	Incident	substantial	The pilot exceeded the critical angle of attack during takeoff which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and impact with a wind sock and terrain.
Nov 11, 2015	Grand Forks, ND	N617ST	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to properly calculate the airplane's weight and balance and center of gravity, which resulted in the tail striking the ground.
Nov 09, 2015	Miami, FL	N97277	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's failure to maintain pitch control during the landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
Nov 09, 2015	Newfane, NY	N3679L	Incident	substantial	An evasive maneuver during landing to avoid deer on the runway, which resulted in a runway overrun and collision with trees.
Nov 07, 2015	Mesa, AZ	N1107G	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain pitch control during landing, resulting in a porpoise, and firewall damage.
Nov 06, 2015	Monroeville, AL	N525DY	Incident	substantial	An inadvertent collision with a bird during takeoff enroute climb, which resulted in substantial damage to the right wing.
Nov 06, 2015	Atlanta, GA	N731LT	Incident	substantial	The pilot's delayed extension of the landing gear and his failure to ensure that the main landing gear (MLG) were down and locked before touchdown, wh… The pilot's delayed extension of the landing gear and his failure to ensure that the main landing gear (MLG) were down and locked before touchdown, which resulted in the collapse of both MLG. Contributing to the landing gear collapse was the mis-set landing gear warning horn, which prevented timely notification that the landing gear were not down and locked.
Nov 05, 2015	Alcoa, TN	N905CP	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to identify the taxiway, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with terrain while turning off the runway at night.
Nov 03, 2015	Chicago, IL	N732MD	Incident	substantial	The failure of the driver of the service vehicle to yield to the taxiing airplane, which resulted in a near-collision and tail strike.
Nov 02, 2015	DOUGLAS BISBEE, AZ	N1706R	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's loss of directional control during takeoff, which resulted in a runway excursion, left main landing gear collapse, and a collision… The student pilot's loss of directional control during takeoff, which resulted in a runway excursion, left main landing gear collapse, and a collision with terrain.
Oct 26, 2015	Key Biscayne, FL	N171RD	Incident	substantial	The fatigue failure of the No. 1 cylinder intake valve, which resulted in the partial loss of engine power.
Oct 24, 2015	Lone Pine, CA	N3124N	Incident	substantial	The fracture of the left main landing gear (MLG) wheel axle due to fatigue, which resulted in the separation of the left MLG wheel during takeoff from… The fracture of the left main landing gear (MLG) wheel axle due to fatigue, which resulted in the separation of the left MLG wheel during takeoff from a dirt airstrip.
Oct 24, 2015	Elberta, UT	N4401Q	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to compensate for wind while maneuvering at a low altitude, resulting in a collision with terrain and a postcrash fire.
Oct 23, 2015	Skwentna, AK	N3092F	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain pitch control during landing, which resulted in a porpoise and structural damage to the airplane.
Oct 23, 2015	Primm, NV	N310CD	Incident	substantial	The inadequate visual lookout by the pilots of both airplanes, which resulted in a midair collision. Contributing to the accident was the pilots' fail… The inadequate visual lookout by the pilots of both airplanes, which resulted in a midair collision. Contributing to the accident was the pilots' failure to tune to, monitor, and communicate over the common traffic advisory frequency their relative positions while in the training area.
Oct 23, 2015	Millbrook, NY	N6709S	Incident	substantial	The pilot's loss of heading control during the go-around in gusty crosswind conditions, which resulted in a collision with trees.
Oct 19, 2015	Sioux Falls, SD	N9780G	Incident	substantial	The pilot's decision to land with a 20 knot direct cross wind, which resulted in a loss of directional control and the right wing impacting terrain an… The pilot's decision to land with a 20 knot direct cross wind, which resulted in a loss of directional control and the right wing impacting terrain and a subsequent ground loop.
Oct 17, 2015	Sanford, FL	N381MB	Incident	substantial	A collapse of the nose landing gear due to a separation of the drag attachment fitting from the airframe. The separation was likely due to preexisting… A collapse of the nose landing gear due to a separation of the drag attachment fitting from the airframe. The separation was likely due to preexisting damage from an undetermined event.

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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