Cessna 182 Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 2779 events recorded from 1982 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 15, 2025 | Willow Creek, MT | N71450 | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection and fuel planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. |
| Jun 13, 2025 | Hyampom, CA | N78720 | Incident | substantial |
The pilot’s failure to use carburetor heat, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to carburetor icing and a subsequent impact with terrain dur…The pilot’s failure to use carburetor heat, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to carburetor icing and a subsequent impact with terrain during a forced landing. |
| Jun 08, 2025 | Mineral Wells, TX | N7376N | Incident | substantial |
The pilot’s improper fuel tank selection prior to takeoff, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation. Contributing to the …The pilot’s improper fuel tank selection prior to takeoff, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to follow the airplane checklist. |
| Jun 02, 2025 | Charlevoix, MI | N71149 | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain pitch control during the takeoff that resulted in multiple bounces and substantial damage to the fuselage. |
| May 31, 2025 | Kooskia, ID | N3463F | Serious (1) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| May 22, 2025 | Montgomery, AL | N1298M | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate clearance from a fence during taxi. |
| May 08, 2025 | Ocala, FL | N174A | Serious (1) | substantial |
The pilot’s decision to depart on the flight with known electrical issues and his subsequent loss of situational awareness (geographic position), whic…The pilot’s decision to depart on the flight with known electrical issues and his subsequent loss of situational awareness (geographic position), which resulted in his eventual decision to perform an off-airport landing. |
| May 03, 2025 | Kentwood, LA | N9415M | Serious (1) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Apr 28, 2025 | Allen, OF | LV-HTM | Fatal | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Apr 16, 2025 | Oriximina, OF | PT-IVN | Fatal (1) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Apr 13, 2025 | Erie, NV | N182VE | Minor | — | Investigation pending |
| Apr 12, 2025 | Girdwood, AK | N916GG | Minor | substantial | The pilot's decision to land on an unsuitable landing surface, which resulted in a nose-over. |
| Apr 03, 2025 | Sanford, FL | N1910M | Minor | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Feb 09, 2025 | Auburn, CA | N92467 | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s improper use of throttle and brakes during engine start that resulted in a loss of control and impact with a hangar. |
| Feb 02, 2025 | Anchorage, AK | N3206U | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s inadequate fuel planning, which resulted in fuel starvation and a total loss of engine power. |
| Jan 26, 2025 | Región del Bio Bio, OF | CC-KKM | Fatal (2) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jan 17, 2025 | Smyrna, TN | N21254 | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain an appropriate approach path, resulting in the airplane contacting a tree during a landing approach at night. |
| Jan 08, 2025 | Harvard, IL | N1935V | Minor | substantial | The pilot’s failure to control the airplane during the engine start which resulted in a collision with the hangar. |
| Dec 31, 2024 | Los Alamos, NM | N71074 | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control while landing in gusty crosswind conditions. |
| Dec 23, 2024 | Waimea, HI | N7143E | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s inadequate monitoring of the fuel status while en route, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation. |
| Dec 10, 2024 | Paranagua, OF | PR-SDC | Minor | 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. |
| Nov 06, 2024 | Priest River, ID | N9207X | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's failure to attain a proper touchdown point and his inability to stop the landing roll on a wet gras runway, which resulted in a collision …The pilot's failure to attain a proper touchdown point and his inability to stop the landing roll on a wet gras runway, which resulted in a collision with a tree. |
| Oct 26, 2024 | Rose Hill, KS | N8883X | Fatal (1) | — | Investigation pending |
| Oct 26, 2024 | The Oaks, OF | VH-APN | 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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