Cirrus SR22 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 124 events recorded from 2005 to 2025.

124

All Events

60

Incidents

16

Minor

8

Serious

38

Fatal (74 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Mar 20, 2022 Ringsted, DA N745AJ Minor substantial Investigation pending
Oct 24, 2020 Tishomingo, OK N183V Minor substantial
The pilot’s improper adjustment of the engine mixture control, which resulted in a total loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was a disc…

The pilot’s improper adjustment of the engine mixture control, which resulted in a total loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was a disconnected oil temperature connector, which was likely damaged during maintenance before the accident flight and provided erratic indications during the flight.

Jan 07, 2020 Kapolei, HI N779LB Minor substantial
The student pilot's loss of airplane control during a short field takeoff in gusting crosswind conditions, and the designated pilot examiner's delayed…

The student pilot's loss of airplane control during a short field takeoff in gusting crosswind conditions, and the designated pilot examiner's delayed remedial action.

Sep 13, 2019 Hoagland, IN N578SP Minor substantial
A catastrophic engine failure and forced landing due to the separation of the No. 1 connecting rod as a result of migration of the connecting rod pist…

A catastrophic engine failure and forced landing due to the separation of the No. 1 connecting rod as a result of migration of the connecting rod piston pin bushing. Contributing to the accident was the mechanic’s failure to follow manufacturer guidance during the most recent oil change, which likely would have detected bushing material lost from the rod piston pin, which would have indicated impending migration and connecting rod failure.

May 12, 2019 Abergavenny, UK 2-RORO Minor destroyed Investigation pending
Mar 05, 2019 Atlantic Ocean, AO N345DM Minor substantial A loss of oil pressure and subsequent total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Nov 29, 2018 Kennesaw, GA N597CP Minor substantial The total loss of engine power due to the interruption of oil circulation for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence.
Oct 12, 2018 Midland, TX N729TG Minor substantial The loss of engine power due to excessive fuel flow.
Sep 16, 2018 Montauk, NY N161DL Minor substantial
The pilot's failure to properly secure his seat before initiating the takeoff, which resulted in the seat sliding back as the airplane accelerated dur…

The pilot's failure to properly secure his seat before initiating the takeoff, which resulted in the seat sliding back as the airplane accelerated during takeoff, his inability to reach the pedals, and the subsequent loss of directional control and impact with trees and shrubs.

Sep 08, 2018 Mason City, IA N669HT Minor substantial The pilot’s improper hand propping procedure, which resulted in a runaway airplane and subsequent impact with a hangar.
Sep 07, 2018 Kennett, MO N131TX Minor substantial
The pilot’s inadvertent activation of the fuel pump control rocker switch, which resulted in a loss of engine power shortly after takeoff. Contributin…

The pilot’s inadvertent activation of the fuel pump control rocker switch, which resulted in a loss of engine power shortly after takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s distraction with an entangled headset cord.

Aug 20, 2018 Granbury, TX N1133T Minor substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during a crosswind landing, which resulted in the airplane exiting the runway and impacting a ditc…

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during a crosswind landing, which resulted in the airplane exiting the runway and impacting a ditch, tree, and fence.

Mar 29, 2013 Alexandria, MN N1967N Minor substantial
The failure of maintenance personnel to install a safety wire during reinstallation of the right flap, which led to the separation of the right flap r…

The failure of maintenance personnel to install a safety wire during reinstallation of the right flap, which led to the separation of the right flap rod from the right flap actuation fitting during flap extension. Contributing to the accident were inadequate inspections of the right flap during subsequent annual, prebuy, and preflight inspections.

Nov 16, 2012 Show Low, AZ N800RW Minor substantial
The fatigue failure of an improperly installed nipple in the oil system of a supplemental type certificate-installed supercharger, which resulted in a…

The fatigue failure of an improperly installed nipple in the oil system of a supplemental type certificate-installed supercharger, which resulted in a complete loss of engine oil during cruise climb.

Feb 06, 2010 Indiantown, FL N155ZS Minor substantial The pilot's improper landing flare, which resulted in damage to the nose landing gear and the airplane nosing over.
Feb 14, 2009 Steamboat Springs, CO N486CD Minor substantial The pilot's failure to apply brakes in a timely manner while landing on a snow-packed, ice-covered runway, and his delay in executing a go-around.
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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