Cessna 172C Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 49 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 23, 1996 | BLOCK ISLAND, RI | N1665Y | Serious (2) | substantial |
the pilot's inadequate preflight, by failing to remove the control lock and checking the flight controls before takeoff, and his failure to abort the …the pilot's inadequate preflight, by failing to remove the control lock and checking the flight controls before takeoff, and his failure to abort the takeoff in a timely manner, which resulted in an overrun, an encounter with brush, and a subsequent nose over of the airplane. |
| Dec 22, 1994 | LAUREL, MD | N1620Y | Serious (1) | destroyed | The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection which failed to detect water-contaminated fuel. |
| Feb 10, 1990 | PRUE, OK | N1407Y | Serious (2) | substantial | FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO SEE-AND-AVOID THE POWERLINES. THE POWERLINES WERE A RELATED FACTOR. |
| Oct 19, 1986 | MICHIGAN BAR, CA | N8449X | Serious (2) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Feb 19, 1983 | RUBIDOUX, CA | N8347X | Serious (1) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
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.
Data source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database ·
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