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
Mar 11, 1999 HAILEY, ID N1622E Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control after touchdown. Factors contributing to the accident were a snow bank along the runway edge and a c…

The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control after touchdown. Factors contributing to the accident were a snow bank along the runway edge and a crosswind.

Mar 04, 1999 CONWAY, AR N8645T Incident substantial
The total loss of engine power due to carburetor ice. Factors were the weather condition conducive to the formation of carburetor ice and the lack of…

The total loss of engine power due to carburetor ice. Factors were the weather condition conducive to the formation of carburetor ice and the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.

Feb 27, 1999 FRANKLIN, NC N460JM Incident substantial
The failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane on final approach resulting in the in-flight collision with trees and the gro…

The failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane on final approach resulting in the in-flight collision with trees and the ground.

Feb 21, 1999 EAST TROY, WI N3177Y Incident substantial the collapse of the right main landing gear from a preexisting fatigue crack.
Feb 13, 1999 CONNER, MT N3753D Incident substantial The pilots delayed remedial action during an aborted landing. Factors include a slush-covered runway.
Feb 06, 1999 OZONA, TX N54FC Fatal (5) destroyed the pilot's failure to obtain/maintain clearance from terrain during initial climb after take off. A contributing factor was the dark night.
Jan 20, 1999 DANVILLE, CA N8579M Fatal (1) destroyed The pilot's disregard for the preflight weather briefing, and his intentional continuation into adverse weather conditions.
Jan 17, 1999 HONOBIA, OK N8433T Fatal (4) destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control for an undetermined reason.
Jan 16, 1999 LONGMONT, CO N555NP Incident destroyed
The pilot's poor judgment by intentionally buzzing. A factor was an unfavorable wind that caused inadequate altitude/clearance to maneuver and avoid …

The pilot's poor judgment by intentionally buzzing. A factor was an unfavorable wind that caused inadequate altitude/clearance to maneuver and avoid nearby houses.

Dec 27, 1998 SAN ANDREAS, CA N3787U Incident substantial The other pilot's failure to maintain an adequate visual lookout while taxiing in a confined area between rows of parked aircraft.
Dec 26, 1998 MIDLAND, TX N182FE Fatal (3) destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed, resulting in an inadvertent stall.
Dec 16, 1998 UMPIRE, AR N1933N Incident substantial
Catastrophic engine failure due to failures of the #5 piston, #5 connecting rod, and the camshaft. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for a for…

Catastrophic engine failure due to failures of the #5 piston, #5 connecting rod, and the camshaft. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.

Dec 13, 1998 GLENWOOD SPRING, CO N9854C Serious (4) substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control. A contributing factor is his inadequate recovery from a bounced landing.
Nov 25, 1998 AKRON, OH N3396Y Minor substantial The pilot's inadequate preflight which resulted in a takeoff with the fuel cap unsecured.
Nov 20, 1998 ST. PETERSBURG, FL N8620T Incident substantial the pilot misjudged the flare, resulting in a hard land and subsequent damage to the airplane.
Nov 16, 1998 SANTEE, SC N6522M Fatal (1) destroyed
The pilot continued VFR flight into IMC conditions and lost control of the airplane due to spatial disorientation. Factors were foggy weather conditio…

The pilot continued VFR flight into IMC conditions and lost control of the airplane due to spatial disorientation. Factors were foggy weather conditions and self-induced stress.

Nov 15, 1998 HICKORY, NC N759LH Incident substantial The pilot's failure to properly recover from a bounced landing.
Nov 14, 1998 WICHITA, KS N3240U Fatal (1) substantial The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection and contaminated fuel supply.
Nov 01, 1998 BEDFORD, WY N6352B Incident substantial The pilot's failure to identify a soft area on his newly constructed airstrip, which subsequently caused his airplane to nose over.
Oct 30, 1998 WEEPING WATER, NE N2291G Incident substantial the pilot failed to maintain directional control. A factor was the uneven runway condition.
Oct 30, 1998 FRESNO, CA N5352N Fatal (1)
The pilot's decision to allow unescorted passengers to approach the aircraft with the engine running, and, the passenger's failure to see and avoid th…

The pilot's decision to allow unescorted passengers to approach the aircraft with the engine running, and, the passenger's failure to see and avoid the rotating propeller. A factor in the accident was the low ambient lighting conditions, which would have made the rotating propeller difficult to see.

Oct 29, 1998 NIXON, NV N95726 Fatal (3) destroyed
The noninstrument rated pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during an attempted flight into adverse weather which resulted in inadvert…

The noninstrument rated pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during an attempted flight into adverse weather which resulted in inadvertent VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions. Factors in the accident were the pilot's failure to obtain an updated briefing prior to departure, and icing conditions encountered after entering the clouds.

Oct 23, 1998 DEMING, WA N1324M Fatal (1) destroyed Terrain clearance was not maintained for undetermined reasons. Mountainous terrain was a factor.
Oct 22, 1998 POUND, WI N759CT Incident substantial
the pilot misjudged the proper touchdown point and subsequently landed short of the runway. Factors associated with the accident were the haze, sungl…

the pilot misjudged the proper touchdown point and subsequently landed short of the runway. Factors associated with the accident were the haze, sunglare, the lack of visual perception, and the uphill terrain on which the airplane touched down.

Oct 19, 1998 FARMERVILLE, LA N4796N Minor substantial
The loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as result of the pilot's inadequate preflight. Factors were the pilot's failure to verify the refuelin…

The loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as result of the pilot's inadequate preflight. Factors were the pilot's failure to verify the refueling of the airplane and the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.

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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