Cessna 182 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 2779 events recorded from 1982 to 2026.

2779

All Events

1535

Incidents

459

Minor

249

Serious

529

Fatal (1000 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Sep 21, 2003 Spencerport, NY N7225E Serious (1) substantial Pilot's failure to perform a go-around.
Sep 20, 2003 Georgetown, CA N9921B Serious (2) substantial the pilot's misjudged speed and distance, and his failure to perform a go-around which resulted in a runway overrun.
Sep 17, 2003 St. Louis, MO N9072M Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing rollout.
Sep 17, 2003 Young, AZ N2646R Incident substantial the collision with a bull during takeoff.
Sep 15, 2003 Skwentna, AK N3386U Serious (1) substantial
The pilot's misjudgment of the distance/altitude to the touchdown point during landing, which resulted in an undershoot and collision with a river ban…

The pilot's misjudgment of the distance/altitude to the touchdown point during landing, which resulted in an undershoot and collision with a river bank. A factor contributing to the accident was the presence of a river bank that formed the beginning of the runway threshold.

Sep 13, 2003 Challis, ID N5547B Fatal (2) destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees while maneuvering. Factors include mountainous terrain and trees.
Sep 12, 2003 Rushville, IN N8702X Incident substantial The pilot failed to maintain control of the airplane during the initial takeoff climb which resulted in an inadvertent stall.
Sep 07, 2003 Pine Haven, WY N6384B Incident substantial The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. The lack of suitable terrain is a contributing factor.
Aug 31, 2003 Marble Canyon, AZ N2898F Incident substantial
the failure of the pilot to retract the flaps and attain a sufficient airspeed during the attempted go-around, which resulted in a stall. The full no…

the failure of the pilot to retract the flaps and attain a sufficient airspeed during the attempted go-around, which resulted in a stall. The full nose-up trim was a contributing factor.

Aug 25, 2003 Deer Grove, IL N5360B Minor substantial The pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point, and his failure to execute a go-around.
Aug 25, 2003 Brownsville, CA N6250A Serious (2) substantial
The pilot's improper flare and his failure to maintain directional control. Contributing factors were excessive airspeed, pilot-induced oscillation, …

The pilot's improper flare and his failure to maintain directional control. Contributing factors were excessive airspeed, pilot-induced oscillation, and inadequate recovery from a bounced landing.

Aug 08, 2003 Topeka, KS N2064R Fatal (1) destroyed
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed resulting in a stall during takeoff. Contributing factors were the low altitude he was at during th…

The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed resulting in a stall during takeoff. Contributing factors were the low altitude he was at during the takeoff, and the trees.

Aug 05, 2003 Antonito, CO N1344S Fatal (1) destroyed
The pilot's improper in-flight planning/decision and his failure to maintain clearance from the trees. Factors contributing to the accident were the …

The pilot's improper in-flight planning/decision and his failure to maintain clearance from the trees. Factors contributing to the accident were the low altitude, the trees, and the mountainous terrain.

Aug 01, 2003 Buckinghamshire, UK N666JH Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Jul 29, 2003 New Era, MI N460JH Incident substantial The pilot's misjudged flare which led to a hard landing and subsequent collapse of the landing gear.
Jul 23, 2003 Cashmere, WA N8492T Incident substantial The pilot in command's misjudgment of distance and speed, and his failure to execute a go-around. A contributing factor was the fence.
Jul 21, 2003 Henry's Lake, ID N146NE Incident substantial
A set of inadequately torqued vacuum pump retaining nuts, leading to the failure of the vacuum pump gasket, resulting in oil exhaustion, which result…

A set of inadequately torqued vacuum pump retaining nuts, leading to the failure of the vacuum pump gasket, resulting in oil exhaustion, which resulted in a loss of engine power during cruise. A ditch and rough uneven terrain were factors.

Jul 18, 2003 Tampa, FL N9913E Incident substantial The pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point which resulted in an undershoot.
Jul 13, 2003 Pianello/Carena, SZ N6412T Fatal (4) destroyed Investigation pending
Jul 09, 2003 Empire, MI N95890 Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to abort the takeoff. A contributing factor to the accident included the pilot not utilizing all available engine power during th…

The pilot's failure to abort the takeoff. A contributing factor to the accident included the pilot not utilizing all available engine power during the entire takeoff. Additional factors were the improper wing flap setting and the cherry-tree orchard.

Jul 05, 2003 Uriman, VE YV-1015P Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Jul 05, 2003 Athol, ID N3367F Incident substantial
The failure of one of the number five connecting rod cap bolts during cruise flight due to the associated number five rod cap bolt nut being insuffici…

The failure of one of the number five connecting rod cap bolts during cruise flight due to the associated number five rod cap bolt nut being insufficiently torqued at the last major overhaul. Factors include a culvert alongside the road where the pilot found it necessary to execute his emergency landing and the restriction of the pilot's forward vision due to a film of oil on the windshield.

Jul 04, 2003 Saugus, CA N129JB Fatal (1) destroyed in-flight collision with terrain for undetermined reasons.
Jun 22, 2003 Bandon, OR N8762T Incident substantial Loss of engine power during descent for undetermined reasons.
Jun 21, 2003 Cushing, OK N8548S Fatal (1) destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed which resulted in an inadvertent stall/spin.
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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