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
Jun 03, 2015 Palm Springs, CA N759ZK Incident substantial The pilot's improper landing flare which resulted in a hard landing and substantial damage to the firewall.
May 31, 2015 Ismay, MT N9987J Incident substantial The pilot's incorrect action to continue the takeoff when he failed to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll.
May 30, 2015 Harlingen, TX N8126S Incident substantial The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing with a crosswind.
May 28, 2015 State College, PA N2254U Incident substantial The student pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during the approach to landing which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and a hard landing.
May 28, 2015 Beaver Falls, PA N984WU Incident substantial The student pilot's failure to maintain airplane attitude control during the landing, resulting in a hard landing.
May 27, 2015 Melbourne, FL N1732M Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while taxiing as a result of his impairment due to alcohol ingestion.
May 27, 2015 Richfield, UT N16708 Incident substantial The pilot's loss of directional control during landing, which resulted in a ground loop.
May 27, 2015 Tulia, TX N4645T Incident substantial
The partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the engine revealed no mechanical anomal…

The partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the engine revealed no mechanical anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
May 27, 2015 Pine Bluffs, WY N1965J Incident substantial
The pilot's loss of directional control to the right for reasons that could not be determined during examination of the right main landing gear wheel …

The pilot's loss of directional control to the right for reasons that could not be determined during examination of the right main landing gear wheel and brake drum.
May 26, 2015 Polson, MT N53141 Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain airplane pitch, power, and turn coordination while maneuvering at low altitude, resulting in an aerodynamic stall and …

The pilot's failure to maintain airplane pitch, power, and turn coordination while maneuvering at low altitude, resulting in an aerodynamic stall and a collision with terrain.
May 25, 2015 Mitchellville, MD N6155K Incident substantial The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a bounced landing and damage to the airplane.
May 25, 2015 Honesdale, PA N759EB Incident substantial The pilot's failure to land with sufficient runway remaining to safely stop the airplane.
May 25, 2015 Galion, OH N25AW Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed on final approach, which resulted in an in-flight loss of control and hard landing.
May 17, 2015 Durango, CO N1924Z Incident substantial The total loss of engine power due to carburetor icing.
May 17, 2015 Wellington, KS N8634U Incident substantial The student pilot's improper flare and loss of control which resulted in a hard landing.
May 13, 2015 Bentonville, AR N3488C Incident substantial The flight instructor's failure to maintain directional control, which resulted in a ground loop on takeoff.
May 08, 2015 Balsam Grove, NC N5981T Incident substantial
The pilot's decision to attempt an off airport takeoff, and failure to maintain adequate clearance during the initial climb in crosswind conditions, w…

The pilot's decision to attempt an off airport takeoff, and failure to maintain adequate clearance during the initial climb in crosswind conditions, which resulted in a collision with trees.
May 07, 2015 Daytona Beach, FL N487ER Incident substantial
The landing airplane pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and ground collision with a …

The landing airplane pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and ground collision with a taxiing airplane.
May 04, 2015 Hartland, ME N2724X Incident substantial Abnormal runway contact which precipitated a loss of control and nose-over.
May 04, 2015 Roxboro, NC N1102C Incident substantial The pilot's failure to monitor the airplane's movement and maintain control of the airplane.
May 03, 2015 Teterboro, NJ N784JS Incident minor The overstress fracture of the nose landing gear actuator (NLG) attachment lug during tow operations, which resulted in the collapse of the NLG.
May 01, 2015 PEARLAND, TX N66048 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll, which resulted in a runway excursion.
Apr 30, 2015 Pilot Point, TX N49158 Incident minor The loss of engine power due to the separation of the distributor gear arm on the left magneto.
Apr 30, 2015 Newburyport, MA N9085Q Incident substantial The pilot's failure to recover from a bounced landing, which resulted in substantial damage to the airplane during the runway overrun.
Apr 24, 2015 Clearwater, FL N1576V Incident substantial The pilot's excessive airspeed during landing, which resulted in abnormal runway contact, a runway excursion, and substantial damage to the airplane.
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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