Cessna 177 Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 766 events recorded from 1982 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 24, 2023 | Tucson, AZ | N34713 | Serious (1) | substantial | A partial loss of engine power due to restricted fuel flow resulting from foreign object debris in the fuel flow transducer. |
| Apr 26, 2023 | Watkinsville, GA | N123DS | Fatal (2) | destroyed |
The pilot’s spatial disorientation and subsequent loss of airplane control, which resulted in an in-flight overload separation of the right wing durin…The pilot’s spatial disorientation and subsequent loss of airplane control, which resulted in an in-flight overload separation of the right wing during the uncontrolled descent. |
| Apr 14, 2023 | Crestview, FL | N7542V | Serious (1) | substantial |
The total loss of engine power due to the loosening and separation of the No. 1 connecting rod cap nuts in flight, resulting in catastrophic internal …The total loss of engine power due to the loosening and separation of the No. 1 connecting rod cap nuts in flight, resulting in catastrophic internal engine damage. Contributing to the accident was the pilot/owner’s failure to comply with the engine manufacturer’s service instruction on engine overhaul intervals. |
| Mar 23, 2023 | Travelers Rest, SC | N13612 | Incident | substantial | Maintenance personnel’s improper servicing of the magneto, which resulted in its accelerated wear, failure, and the total loss of engine power. |
| Mar 15, 2023 | Spanish Fork, UT | N2572V | Incident | substantial | The retraction of the main landing gear for undetermined reasons. |
| Dec 26, 2022 | Franklin, VA | N177D | Minor | substantial |
The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from trees during the initial climb following an aborted precautionary landing. Contributing to the outcome …The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from trees during the initial climb following an aborted precautionary landing. Contributing to the outcome were the inoperative runway lights, which reduced the likelihood that the pilot could successfully land the airplane on the runway at night. |
| Nov 27, 2022 | Willow Spring, AZ | N2994X | Minor | substantial | The airplane’s loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. |
| Oct 18, 2022 | Mesa, AZ | N747ML | Serious (1) | substantial |
The failure of maintenance personnel to properly secure the fuel supply line to the fuel flow divider, which resulted in a fuel leak, fuel exhaustion,…The failure of maintenance personnel to properly secure the fuel supply line to the fuel flow divider, which resulted in a fuel leak, fuel exhaustion, and a total loss of engine power. |
| Oct 08, 2022 | Dacula, GA | N2047Q | Incident | substantial | An in-flight collision with a bird while on approach. |
| Oct 04, 2022 | Coleman, FL | N16185 | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain an appropriate final approach airspeed, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with a fence. |
| Sep 05, 2022 | Ivanhoe, NC | N35243 | Serious (2) | substantial | The pilot's inadequate preflight and inflight planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. |
| Aug 18, 2022 | Avalon, CA | N52946 | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to extend the landing gear before landing, resulting in a gear up landing and substantial damage to the airplane’s belly. |
| Jul 30, 2022 | Livermore, CA | N2591V | Incident | substantial | The total loss of engine power due to an inadequately maintained fuel injection servo. |
| Apr 16, 2022 | Phoenix, AZ | N2837X | Incident | substantial | The pilot's improper landing flare and the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action. |
| Apr 02, 2022 | Gaithersburg, MD | N123LS | Minor | substantial |
The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering on final approach which resulted in a high sink rate and subsequent collision with…The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering on final approach which resulted in a high sink rate and subsequent collision with a fence. |
| Jan 11, 2022 | Wahoo, NE | N1333C | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing. |
| Dec 07, 2021 | Gauteng Province, SF | ZS-EZM | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Oct 31, 2021 | Hudson Oaks, TX | N29615 | Incident | substantial | The partial loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. Contributing was the pilot’s improper fuel planning. |
| Oct 16, 2021 | White Swan, WA | N3388T | Incident | substantial | A total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's improper fuel management. |
| Oct 14, 2021 | Inverness, FL | N3299T | Incident | substantial | The pilots inadequate recovery from a wind gust during landing, which resulted in a hard landing and substantial damage to the fuselage. |
| Sep 12, 2021 | Lake Havasu City, AZ | N2085Q | Fatal (1) | substantial |
A partial loss of engine power during the airplane's initial climb due to wear of internal engine components, which prevented the engine from developi…A partial loss of engine power during the airplane's initial climb due to wear of internal engine components, which prevented the engine from developing full-rated power and resulted in a loss of altitude. |
| Sep 11, 2021 | Ayer, MA | N912VW | Incident | substantial | The pilot’ improper preflight and inflight planning which resulted in fuel exhaustion. |
| Aug 15, 2021 | Albuquerque, NM | N8029G | Incident | substantial |
The failure of the nose gear hydraulic flex line, which resulted in a loss of hydraulic fluid which prevented the main landing gear from fully extendi…The failure of the nose gear hydraulic flex line, which resulted in a loss of hydraulic fluid which prevented the main landing gear from fully extending and locking into place during landing. |
| Apr 07, 2021 | Great Valley, NY | N24RG | Fatal (1) | destroyed | The pilot’s failure to maintain control during takeoff. |
| Feb 24, 2021 | Amboise, OF | F-GAAC | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |