How many accidents has the Cessna 180H had?

The NTSB has recorded 98 events involving the Cessna 180H: 4 fatal, 5 serious, 17 minor injuries, and 72 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Cessna 180H a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Cessna 180H has 98 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

Cessna 180H Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 98 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

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Fatal (7 fatalities)

Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
Mar 18, 2008	Moab, UT	N180LH	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions and failure to maintain directional control. A contributing factor was the unexpected dust de… The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions and failure to maintain directional control. A contributing factor was the unexpected dust devil.
Aug 03, 2006	Belgrade, MT	N7955V	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing.
Jul 30, 2006	Hailey, ID	N89SJ	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during taxi, which resulted in a nose over. A factor was the wind gust condition.
Feb 26, 2006	Blue Bell, PA	N123GT	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the landing flare, which resulted in the right wing contacting the runway. A factor wa… The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the landing flare, which resulted in the right wing contacting the runway. A factor was the crosswind.
Nov 20, 2005	Anchorage, AK	N91399	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll, which resulted in the airplane encountering a snow berm, and nosing over.… The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll, which resulted in the airplane encountering a snow berm, and nosing over. A factor associated with the accident was the snow berm.
Sep 22, 2005	Yelm, WA	N1037V	Incident	substantial	The mixture control linkage separation as a result of a missing retaining nut and washer on the mixture cable attach bolt. Inadequate maintenance ins… The mixture control linkage separation as a result of a missing retaining nut and washer on the mixture cable attach bolt. Inadequate maintenance inspection and fences were factors.
Mar 22, 2004	Talkeetna, AK	N2472F	Incident	substantial	The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff, which resulted in a collision with a snow drift during takeoff/initial climb. Factors contri… The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff, which resulted in a collision with a snow drift during takeoff/initial climb. Factors contributing to the accident were the snow-covered and uneven terrain.
Aug 10, 2001	Big Lake, AK	N2716X	Incident	substantial	The pilot's selection of an unsuitable area for takeoff.
Mar 27, 2001	Coeur d'Alene, ID	N2780X	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during the aborted takeoff. A factor was gusty crosswinds.
Nov 28, 2000	WASILLA, AK	N8206V	Incident	substantial	The pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing/taxi area. A factor associated with the accident was weak ice.
Nov 08, 2000	Long Lake, NY	N7904V	Incident	substantial	The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing.
Aug 25, 2000	ROCHE HARBOR, WA	N91464	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to adequately compensate for wind conditions during landing.
Jul 22, 2000	HAILEY, ID	N2780X	Incident	substantial	Failure to adequately compensate for wind conditions.
Mar 04, 2000	BOZEMAN, MT	N9907V	Incident	substantial	Aircraft control was not maintained. Inadequate remedial action was a factor.
Feb 25, 2000	OPHIR, AK	N8221V	Incident	substantial	The pilot's selection of an unsuitable taxi area. A factor associated with the accident was the soft, snow-covered terrain.
Aug 14, 1999	GILLETTE, WY	N7939V	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadvertent ground loop during landing roll.
Jun 29, 1998	OCOTILLO WELLS, CA	N4803E	Incident	substantial	Failure of the left main landing gear due to a probable hard landing at an undetermined time.
Mar 03, 1998	TATITNA, AK	N4751U	Incident	substantial	The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing. A factor was the snow machine ruts creating a rough landing surface.
Feb 22, 1998	ANCHORAGE, AK	N9028M	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point on the runway. Factors in the accident were: snow covered terrain at the approach end of the… The pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point on the runway. Factors in the accident were: snow covered terrain at the approach end of the runway and flat light conditions.
Jan 08, 1998	CHUGIAK, AK	N9737G	Incident	substantial	the pilot's selection of an unsuitable area for landing. A factor relating to the accident was: the crusty, snow covered surface of the airstrip.
Dec 13, 1997	SANTA YNEZ, CA	N123LJ	Incident	substantial	The pilot's improper flare. Related factors were the crosswind conditions.
Aug 18, 1997	ARCTIC VILLAGE, AK	N91412	Incident	destroyed	The pilot's inadequate compensation for gusty wind conditions. Factors were the gusty wind conditions, and the pilot's misjudging the wind informatio… The pilot's inadequate compensation for gusty wind conditions. Factors were the gusty wind conditions, and the pilot's misjudging the wind information.
Apr 27, 1996	PALMER, AK	N91304	Incident	substantial	The pilot-in-command's inadvertent stall during the go around attempt. Factors in the accident were the pilot-in- command's lack of a high performanc… The pilot-in-command's inadvertent stall during the go around attempt. Factors in the accident were the pilot-in- command's lack of a high performance endorsement and the pilot/passenger's decision to allow the pilot-in-command to manipulate the controls during the landing in an off airport area.
Jun 20, 1995	CHATSWORTH, NJ	N2728X	Incident	substantial	the pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll. Related factors were the gusty crosswind conditions.
Sep 19, 1993	NEW PHILADELPHI, OH	N9704G	Incident	substantial	THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL OF THE AIRPLANE DURING LANDING ROLLOUT, SUBSEQUENTLY CAUSING THE AIRPLANE TO VEER OFF THE RUNWAY A… THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL OF THE AIRPLANE DURING LANDING ROLLOUT, SUBSEQUENTLY CAUSING THE AIRPLANE TO VEER OFF THE RUNWAY AND GROUNDLOOP.

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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