Cessna 180H Safety Record

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

98

All Events

72

Incidents

17

Minor

5

Serious

4

Fatal (7 fatalities)
Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Sep 04, 2022 McCarty, AK N91224 Minor substantial The pilot’s failure to initiate a go around maneuver when the airplane past the intended touch down point.
Aug 16, 2015 Ione, OR N28RR Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with terrain.
Oct 07, 2012 St Maries, ID N2780X Minor substantial
The total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the engine and airframe did not reveal any…

The total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the engine and airframe did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
Jun 17, 2007 Nampa, ID N2467F Minor substantial The pilot's failure to stop for additional fuel, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
May 28, 2007 Grand Junction, CO N3408Y Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the take-off roll. A factor contributing to the accident was the crosswind.
Dec 28, 2005 Greenville, NH N2869U Minor substantial The pilot's inadequate pre-flight inspection, which resulted in water-contaminated fuel in the engine and subsequent engine failure.
Sep 08, 2004 McCall, ID N3458Y Minor substantial
The pilot's failure to attain proper touchdown point for landing on the backcountry airstrip. Contributing factors were downdraft weather conditions …

The pilot's failure to attain proper touchdown point for landing on the backcountry airstrip. Contributing factors were downdraft weather conditions and the pilot's excessive speed for landing.
Jun 23, 1995 MONROE, WA N2790X Minor substantial THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN AIRSPEED.
Jul 27, 1994 ELKO, NV N180BK Minor substantial
a loss of engine power from fuel exhaustion due to the pilot's improper preflight and fuel consumption calculations while operating with known equipme…

a loss of engine power from fuel exhaustion due to the pilot's improper preflight and fuel consumption calculations while operating with known equipment malfunctions.
Nov 12, 1988 EUREKA, CA N7904V Minor substantial Investigation pending
Aug 30, 1987 SHELTON, WA N4789U Minor destroyed Investigation pending
Feb 17, 1987 NEW PALTZ, NY N9708G Minor substantial Investigation pending
Jul 04, 1986 FAIRBANKS, AK N7935V Minor substantial Investigation pending
Jul 28, 1985 ANCHORAGE, AK N71RD Minor substantial Investigation pending
Jun 20, 1985 THEORDORE RIVER, AK N91390 Minor substantial Investigation pending
Jul 28, 1984 CHICKEN, AK N3476Y Minor substantial Investigation pending
Mar 17, 1984 SOLDOTNA, AK N9762G Minor substantial Investigation pending
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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