Cessna 180F Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 15 events recorded from 1985 to 2025.

15

All Events

10

Incidents

1

Minor

1

Serious

3

Fatal (5 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Mar 17, 2009 Townsend, MT N2698Y Fatal (1) substantial The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees and terrain while maneuvering at a low altitude.
Jul 08, 2000 GOLD BAR, WA N37GC Fatal (3) destroyed
The non-instrument rated pilot's attempted VFR flight in instrument meteorological conditions. Contributing factors were mountainous terrain and clou…

The non-instrument rated pilot's attempted VFR flight in instrument meteorological conditions. Contributing factors were mountainous terrain and cloud, low ceiling and obscuration conditions.

Feb 27, 1993 BREWER, ME N4607U Fatal (1) destroyed
LOSS OF ENGINE POWER DUE TO UNDETERMINED REASONS, AND THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE AIRSPEED DURING THE FORCED LANDING WHICH RESULTED …

LOSS OF ENGINE POWER DUE TO UNDETERMINED REASONS, AND THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE AIRSPEED DURING THE FORCED LANDING WHICH RESULTED IN A STALL.

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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