Cessna 172F Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 133 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 02, 2025 | Vero Beach, FL | N5200F | Minor | substantial | A total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined. |
| Dec 21, 2022 | Auburn Hills, MI | N8768U | Minor | substantial |
The catastrophic engine failure due to lack of oil lubrication, which resulted from the pilot’s failure to follow the airplane and engine manufacturer…The catastrophic engine failure due to lack of oil lubrication, which resulted from the pilot’s failure to follow the airplane and engine manufacturers’ guidance for cold weather operation. |
| May 31, 2014 | Mount Pleasant, PA | N8394U | Minor | substantial | The pilot's incorrect takeoff procedures from the soft grass runway and his delay in aborting the takeoff after recognizing slow acceleration. |
| Jan 20, 2013 | Marysville, CA | N5208F | Minor | substantial |
A total loss of engine power during initial climb due to fuel starvation, which resulted from maintenance personnel’s improper installation of the fue…A total loss of engine power during initial climb due to fuel starvation, which resulted from maintenance personnel’s improper installation of the fuel selector handle. Contributing to the accident was an incorrectly modified fuel selector handle assembly. |
| May 05, 2012 | Cambridge, NY | N5551R | Minor | substantial | The pilot’s loss of airplane control during a takeoff in variable crosswind conditions. |
| Aug 29, 2011 | Atlanta, ID | N8698U | Minor | substantial | The pilot’s misjudgment of his final approach path. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s inadequate preflight planning. |
| Dec 17, 2009 | Corona, CA | N8520U | Minor | substantial | A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. |
| Apr 28, 2008 | White Plains, NY | N5382R | Minor | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain the proper glide path during the approach. |
| Sep 04, 2005 | Haleyville, AL | N5320R | Minor | substantial |
The pilots inadequate preflight of the fuel tank resulting in a total loss of engine power in cruise flight due to fuel exhaustion, resulting in a for…The pilots inadequate preflight of the fuel tank resulting in a total loss of engine power in cruise flight due to fuel exhaustion, resulting in a forced landing, and nose over on landing roll out. |
| Oct 15, 2003 | Columbus, NE | N5204F | Minor | substantial |
The student pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions and his failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during an aborted take…The student pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions and his failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during an aborted takeoff. Factors associated with the accident were the crosswind condition, the delayed aborted takeoff, and the student's lack of experience. |
| Feb 03, 2003 | Waskish, MN | N8112U | Minor | substantial | The inadequate preflight planning/preparation by the pilot. Contributing factors were the snow covered takeoff area and the tailwind. |
| Aug 02, 1998 | TUSKEGEE, AL | N7884U | Minor | substantial | The pilot's failure to attain adequate airspeed, and his failure to abort the takeoff. |
| Feb 14, 1997 | SAN PABLO BAY, CA | N3757F | Minor | substantial | total loss of engine power due to carburetor icing and the pilot's failure to use carburetor heat. |
| Oct 22, 1996 | VENICE, FL | N5130F | Minor | substantial |
inadequate maintenance servicing of the airplane during an oil change by the owner/pilot for his failure to secure the oil temperature probe securing …inadequate maintenance servicing of the airplane during an oil change by the owner/pilot for his failure to secure the oil temperature probe securing nut. Also, inadequate maintenance of the airplane by the owner/pilot for his failure to operate the engine with the engine cowling removed following the oil change to check for oil leaks. Contributing to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain encountered during the forced landing. |
| Jul 22, 1995 | WYANDOTTE, IN | N8599U | Minor | substantial |
the number three intake valve became stuck (seized), which resulted in a loss of engine power. The lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing was …the number three intake valve became stuck (seized), which resulted in a loss of engine power. The lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing was a related factor. |
| Oct 11, 1994 | INDIANTOWN, FL | N5415R | Minor | substantial | THE IMPROPER LANDING FLARE BY THE PILOT RESULTING IN THE HARD LANDING. |
| Sep 25, 1993 | LONG ISLAND, TK | N8676U | Minor | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Jun 05, 1993 | RAVENEL, SC | N8279U | Minor | substantial |
THE CONTINUATION OF THE LANDING ATTEMPT INTO THE SHORT SOD FIELD WITHOUT THE USE OF FLAPS AND THE USE OF EXCESSIVE AIRSPEED BY THE PILOT. FACTORS IN T…THE CONTINUATION OF THE LANDING ATTEMPT INTO THE SHORT SOD FIELD WITHOUT THE USE OF FLAPS AND THE USE OF EXCESSIVE AIRSPEED BY THE PILOT. FACTORS IN THE ACCIDENT WERE THE FAILURE OF THE AIRCRAFT FLAPS TO EXTEND |
| Feb 27, 1992 | MC ALESTER, OK | N5499R | Minor | substantial | INADVERTENT STALL. A FACTOR WAS A TOTAL POWER LOSS DUE TO FUEL EXHAUSTION. |
| Sep 21, 1990 | HUNTINGTON, IN | N8259U | Minor | destroyed | THE STUDENT PILOT'S IMPROPER PREFLIGHT PLANNING ENSURING SUFFICIENT FUEL FOR THE INTENDED FLIGHT. |
| May 21, 1988 | SHELLMAN, GA | N8374U | Minor | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Oct 03, 1987 | GRAND BAY, AL | N5647R | Minor | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Mar 27, 1986 | SANTO DOMINGO, PR | N5111F | Minor | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Mar 03, 1986 | EPHRAIM, UT | N7879U | Minor | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Feb 15, 1986 | CLEWISTON, FL | N8886U | Minor | substantial | Investigation pending |