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
Jun 03, 1995 CARTAGO, CA N2198Z Serious (2) substantial
the pilot's inflight decision to attempt a low pass over a mountain airstrip at a high density alitude atmospheric condition, and, his failure to retr…

the pilot's inflight decision to attempt a low pass over a mountain airstrip at a high density alitude atmospheric condition, and, his failure to retract the flaps during the climb-out from the pass. The rising mountainous terrain surrounding the landing strip, downdrafts, and the high density altitude condition were factors in the accident.

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