Cessna 182 Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 2779 events recorded from 1982 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 28, 2025 | Allen, OF | LV-HTM | Fatal | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Apr 16, 2025 | Oriximina, OF | PT-IVN | Fatal (1) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Jan 26, 2025 | Región del Bio Bio, OF | CC-KKM | Fatal (2) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Nov 23, 2024 | Drake, CO | N434CP | Fatal (2) | destroyed | The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control while maneuvering in mountainous terrain. Contributing was mountain wave turbulence in the area. |
| Oct 26, 2024 | Rose Hill, KS | N8883X | Fatal (1) | — | Investigation pending |
| Oct 26, 2024 | The Oaks, OF | VH-APN | Fatal (1) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Aug 08, 2024 | Augusta, MT | N2764Q | Fatal (3) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Aug 07, 2024 | Provincia de Neuquén, OF | LV-IHU | Fatal (1) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jul 08, 2024 | Rutherfordton, NC | N2198G | Fatal (3) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jun 28, 2024 | Big Creek, ID | N6210A | Fatal (1) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| May 25, 2024 | Kerestinec, OF | HA-TUB | Fatal (1) | unk | Investigation pending |
| May 16, 2024 | Macas, OF | HCCIN | Fatal (2) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Sep 17, 2023 | Bamberg, GE | D-EOLP | Fatal (1) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jul 06, 2023 | St Maries, ID | N703Z | Fatal (1) | substantial |
The total loss of engine power due to the failure of the No. 3 exhaust valve for reasons that could not be determined. Contributing to the accident wa…The total loss of engine power due to the failure of the No. 3 exhaust valve for reasons that could not be determined. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane after the loss of engine power. |
| May 28, 2023 | Plymouth, NY | N8775X | Fatal (1) | substantial | A total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined. |
| May 24, 2023 | Grand Isle, LA | N577TZ | Fatal (1) | substantial | The pilot’s operation of the airplane while intoxicated, resulting in its impact with the ocean. |
| May 08, 2023 | Shell, OF | HC-CJL | Fatal (2) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| May 07, 2023 | Reliance, TN | N725AS | Fatal (1) | substantial |
The pilot’s decision to continue an instrument flight into an area of forecast weather with severe to extreme turbulence associated with a line of thu…The pilot’s decision to continue an instrument flight into an area of forecast weather with severe to extreme turbulence associated with a line of thunderstorms, which resulted in an in-flight breakup. Contributing was the pilot’s operation of the airplane in excess of its published maneuvering speed. |
| Mar 21, 2023 | Alcova, WY | N314FR | Fatal (1) | substantial | The airplane’s encounter with low level wind shear associated with moderate turbulence, which resulted in a loss of airplane control. |
| Mar 11, 2023 | Belo Horizonte, OF | PT-FLK | Fatal (1) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Sep 05, 2022 | Cleveland, TN | N58807 | Fatal (2) | destroyed | The pilot’s loss of airplane control while operating in instrument meteorological conditions. |
| Aug 09, 2022 | Centennial, CO | N727PC | Fatal (1) | destroyed |
The loss of engine power during a departure climb for undetermined reasons and the aerodynamic stall, which resulted in an uncontrolled descent and im…The loss of engine power during a departure climb for undetermined reasons and the aerodynamic stall, which resulted in an uncontrolled descent and impact with terrain. |
| Jun 15, 2022 | Itaituba, BR | PT-JUM | Fatal (1) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jun 06, 2022 | Kenedy, TX | N2118R | Fatal (2) | destroyed | A loss of airplane control on final approach for reasons that could not be determined. |
| Jun 04, 2022 | Chirijox, GT | TG-PIM | Fatal (1) | destroyed | 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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