Cessna 177 Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 766 events recorded from 1982 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 08, 2000 | RIALTO, CA | N34021 | Incident | substantial |
The failure of the maintenance personnel to follow the manufacturer's procedures and directives regarding the proper torquing of the screws securing t…The failure of the maintenance personnel to follow the manufacturer's procedures and directives regarding the proper torquing of the screws securing the oil pressure screen housing, which resulted in the loss of lubricating oil, and the subsequent seizure of the engine. |
| Oct 07, 1999 | FRANKFORT, KY | N29362 | Incident | substantial | A total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons |
| Sep 23, 1999 | ST PETERSBURG, FL | N3342T | Incident | substantial | A loose throttle control cable clamp which resulted in a lose of power. |
| Sep 20, 1999 | BIG BEAR CITY, CA | N39AE | Incident | substantial |
A loss of engine power due to fuel system contamination, which resulted from the mechanic's failure to fully inspect and verify the serviceability of …A loss of engine power due to fuel system contamination, which resulted from the mechanic's failure to fully inspect and verify the serviceability of the fuel system before returning the aircraft to service for a maintenance ferry flight. The pilot's decision to attempt flight with unresolved discrepancies in the reliability of the engine to produce power was a factor in the accident. |
| Aug 27, 1999 | CARSON CITY, NV | N3327T | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's use of an excessive approach reference airspeed, his misjudged landing flare, and subsequent hard landing/porpoise. A contributing factor…The pilot's use of an excessive approach reference airspeed, his misjudged landing flare, and subsequent hard landing/porpoise. A contributing factor was the airplane's excessive approach airspeed. |
| Aug 09, 1999 | AUSTIN, TX | N29317 | Incident | substantial | Fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's failure to refuel the airplane. |
| Jul 06, 1999 | WELDON SPRINGS, MO | N1937Q | Incident | substantial | the loss of engine oil for undetermined reasons. A factor was the trees. |
| Jul 06, 1999 | FAIRBANKS, AK | N45367 | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to extend the airplane landing gear. A factor in the accident was an interference with the pilot's habit pattern. |
| Jun 06, 1999 | CHEYENNE, WY | N2637V | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's inadequate flight planning, and lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing. Factor's were the pilot's inadequate aircraft preflight,…The pilot's inadequate flight planning, and lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing. Factor's were the pilot's inadequate aircraft preflight, and the subsequent engine power loss due to fuel exhaustion. |
| May 31, 1999 | COLUMBIA, SC | N39PC | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during a landing roll. |
| Apr 15, 1999 | AUBURN, WA | N3564F | Incident | substantial | The pilot's improper flare. Contributing factors were gusty, crosswind conditions, and the student's minimal overall experience. |
| Mar 28, 1999 | POTTSTOWN, PA | N177AR | Incident | substantial | The failure of maintenance personnel to properly inspect and torque the crankcase bolts. |
| Mar 06, 1999 | LANTANA, FL | N2890X | Incident | substantial | the pilot misjudged the flare, resulting in a hard landing, and subsequent impact with the runway. |
| Dec 31, 1998 | FORT LAUDERDALE, FL | N29451 | Incident | substantial |
The intentional operation of the airplane by the pilot with known deficiencies in equipment (fuel leakage from the carburetor), poor preflight by the …The intentional operation of the airplane by the pilot with known deficiencies in equipment (fuel leakage from the carburetor), poor preflight by the pilot for his failure to visually determine that the fuel tanks were full before the initial flight. Factors in the accident were improper overhaul of the carburetor by a facility which would result in an increase in the fuel flow at full rich position, and also, failure of the float hinge arm pin in the carburetor which resulted in flooding at low throttle settings. |
| Dec 26, 1998 | BELLINGHAM, WA | N2355Y | Incident | substantial |
Inadequate preflight planning/preparation, and the pilot's failure to maintain altitude. VFR flight into IMC conditions and cloudy weather conditions…Inadequate preflight planning/preparation, and the pilot's failure to maintain altitude. VFR flight into IMC conditions and cloudy weather conditions were factors. |
| Sep 05, 1998 | COVINGTON, GA | N2679V | Incident | substantial |
slippage of the No. 3 connecting rod bearing resulting in blockage of the oil port, oil starvation, and subsequent connecting rod failure. A factor w…slippage of the No. 3 connecting rod bearing resulting in blockage of the oil port, oil starvation, and subsequent connecting rod failure. A factor was the fence. |
| Jul 16, 1998 | CASSVILLE, WI | N3461T | Incident | destroyed |
an undetermined event which resulted in engine failure on landing roll out during attempted restart fuel ignited and an undetermined event in the airp…an undetermined event which resulted in engine failure on landing roll out during attempted restart fuel ignited and an undetermined event in the airplane's fuel system which resulted in a fire. |
| Jun 17, 1998 | FALLON, NV | N34416 | Incident | substantial | The pilot's improper use of rudder controls on a short field takeoff and his failure to maintain runway alignment. |
| May 28, 1998 | TOCSIN, IN | N1849Q | Incident | substantial |
the pilot's failure to obtain adequate airspeed during the takeoff climb and the resulting inadvertant stall. A factor in the accident was the pilot'…the pilot's failure to obtain adequate airspeed during the takeoff climb and the resulting inadvertant stall. A factor in the accident was the pilot's premature raising of the flaps. |
| May 23, 1998 | BROGUE, PA | N1293C | Incident | substantial |
failure of the pilot to maintaining proper runway alignment during an aborted landing (go-around). Related factors were: the pilot's improper recover…failure of the pilot to maintaining proper runway alignment during an aborted landing (go-around). Related factors were: the pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing, inadvertent porpoise, and the small trees encroaching into the runaway environment. |
| May 08, 1998 | PRATTSVILLE, OH | N904DS | Incident | substantial |
the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection and the inadequate fuel consumption calculations, which resulted in fuel exhaustion, loss of engine power,…the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection and the inadequate fuel consumption calculations, which resulted in fuel exhaustion, loss of engine power, and a forced landing. Uneven terrain in the forced landing area was a related factor. |
| Mar 23, 1998 | LAUREL, MT | N177MT | Incident | substantial | The pilot's excessive descent rate on final, and improper recovery from a bounced landing. |
| Jan 27, 1998 | NEW PORT RICHEY, FL | N30192 | Incident | substantial | partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons, which led to a forced landing and collision with trees. |
| Dec 18, 1997 | THOMPSON FALLS, MT | N2988X | Incident | substantial | The student pilot's improper remedial action when confronted with a porpoised landing. A factor was his failure to execute a go-around maneuver. |
| Sep 06, 1997 | OXFORD, IA | N34829 | Incident | substantial |
the instructor pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing and his failure to maintain control of the airplane. Factors were the improper flare b…the instructor pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing and his failure to maintain control of the airplane. Factors were the improper flare by the dual student and the instructor pilot's lack of familiarity with the airplane. |