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 29, 1998 | CHICO HOT SPGS., MT | N1878M | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's inadequate remedial action while attempting to compensate for a change in crosswind velocity. Factors include a crosswind, hills near the …The pilot's inadequate remedial action while attempting to compensate for a change in crosswind velocity. Factors include a crosswind, hills near the runway, and high vegetation (weeds) near the runway. |
| Jun 20, 1998 | MARKLEEVILLE, CA | N2772F | Incident | substantial |
The failure of the pilot to maintain control of the aircraft on the landing roll. A factor is the pilot's neglect to lower the flaps and reduce his s…The failure of the pilot to maintain control of the aircraft on the landing roll. A factor is the pilot's neglect to lower the flaps and reduce his speed prior to landing. |
| Jun 04, 1998 | BRADENTON, FL | N9846H | Fatal (3) | destroyed |
The failure of the pilot to maintain airspeed during climb after a low level observation flight resulting in the aircraft entering into a stall and de…The failure of the pilot to maintain airspeed during climb after a low level observation flight resulting in the aircraft entering into a stall and descending uncontrolled until it crashed into trees and a river. |
| May 25, 1998 | MIDDLEBOROUGH, MA | N9885E | Fatal (2) | destroyed | The pilot-in-command's failure to maintain control of the airplane during a VFR go-around. A factor was the impairment due to drugs. |
| May 20, 1998 | INDEPENDENCE, MO | N507SD | Incident | substantial |
A loss of engine power due to the separation of the induction system balance tube coupling from the intake manifold tube assembly. A related factor w…A loss of engine power due to the separation of the induction system balance tube coupling from the intake manifold tube assembly. A related factor was the soft field. |
| May 17, 1998 | PALMER, AK | N4827D | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to abort the landing. A factor associated with the accident is the presence of a variable wind condition. |
| May 16, 1998 | MARLBOROUGH, MA | N42770 | Incident | substantial | The pilot's improper flare. A related factor was the crosswind. |
| Apr 14, 1998 | ALBUQUERQUE, NM | N9008G | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point during landing, resulting in an overrun, and his exceeding the airplane's maximum crosswind c…The pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point during landing, resulting in an overrun, and his exceeding the airplane's maximum crosswind component. A factor was the gusty crosswind. |
| Apr 08, 1998 | LAS CRUCES, NM | N3086Y | Minor | substantial |
the pilot's improper use of (or failure to use) carburetor heat, which resulted in carburetor ice, loss of engine power, and a forced landing. Relate…the pilot's improper use of (or failure to use) carburetor heat, which resulted in carburetor ice, loss of engine power, and a forced landing. Related factors were: the carburetor icing (weather) conditions, and the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing. |
| Mar 28, 1998 | MISSING, | N8460S | Fatal (1) | destroyed | Undetermined. |
| Mar 14, 1998 | JACKSONVILLE, TX | N2130G | Incident | substantial | The partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Factors were the poor braking conditions due to the grassy wet runway. |
| Mar 09, 1998 | SANTA ROSA, CA | N5704B | Incident | substantial | The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. |
| Mar 07, 1998 | FOGELSVILLE, PA | N9977B | Minor | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain control of the aircraft upon glider release. A contributing factor was the high vegetation (corn). |
| Mar 06, 1998 | PIOCHE, NV | N6799M | Incident | substantial |
The total loss of engine power due to carburetor icing. An additional factor in this accident was the pilot's decision to make the flight under known…The total loss of engine power due to carburetor icing. An additional factor in this accident was the pilot's decision to make the flight under known icing conditions. |
| Feb 10, 1998 | PAYSON, AZ | N52748 | Incident | substantial | The collapse of the nose landing gear for undetermined reasons. |
| Feb 01, 1998 | EAST MORICHES, NY | N7275E | Incident | substantial |
the pilot's improper planning/decision, and failure to attain rotation the airplane for lift-off, which led to an aborted takeoff and collision with a…the pilot's improper planning/decision, and failure to attain rotation the airplane for lift-off, which led to an aborted takeoff and collision with a fence. The proximity of the fence was a related factor. |
| Jan 30, 1998 | STEAMBOAT SPRNG, CO | N2804Y | Incident | substantial |
The total nonmechanical power loss due to the formation of carburetor ice. A factor was the deep snow covered field on which the forced landing was m…The total nonmechanical power loss due to the formation of carburetor ice. A factor was the deep snow covered field on which the forced landing was made. |
| Jan 22, 1998 | KEELINE, WY | N759QZ | Incident | substantial |
failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll. Factors relating to the accident included: a snow cover…failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll. Factors relating to the accident included: a snow covered/icy/muddy area on the runway, and the proximity of a snowbank to the runway. |
| Jan 14, 1998 | MOUNT PLEASANT, PA | N71763 | Incident | destroyed | The pilot's failure to initiate a go-around, and his failure to maintain adequate airspeed. |
| Jan 10, 1998 | SALINAS, CA | N8158M | Fatal (1) | destroyed |
A loss of engine power due to a missing valve keeper. Also causal was the failure by engine maintenance personnel during engine top overhaul to insta…A loss of engine power due to a missing valve keeper. Also causal was the failure by engine maintenance personnel during engine top overhaul to install the second valve keeper in the No. 3 cylinder exhaust valve and the failure of inspection personnel to detect the improper assembly. |
| Dec 11, 1997 | CHATHAM, MA | N20710 | Incident | substantial | loss of engine power for undetermined reason(s). The tail wind component and an encounter with a ditch were related factors. |
| Nov 26, 1997 | PALMDALE, CA | N3543Y | Incident | substantial | Loss of engine power due to icing conditions which plugged the fuel system vent. |
| Nov 24, 1997 | NEW DOVER, OH | N6068B | Fatal (2) | destroyed |
The pilot's attempted VFR flight into instrument conditions and the loss of aircraft ctontrol subsequent to the pilot's spatial disorientation. Contr…The pilot's attempted VFR flight into instrument conditions and the loss of aircraft ctontrol subsequent to the pilot's spatial disorientation. Contributing factors were low ceilings, snow and the pilot's failure to obtain a preflight weather briefing, as well as his lack of instrument certification. |
| Nov 23, 1997 | WAYCROSS, GA | N48310 | Incident | substantial | a loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. |
| Nov 22, 1997 | OPA LOCKA, FL | N45834 | Minor | substantial |
the pilot's continued flight into adverse weather conditions, and failure to maintain clearance above the ground while attempting a VFR approach to an…the pilot's continued flight into adverse weather conditions, and failure to maintain clearance above the ground while attempting a VFR approach to an airport with low clouds. The low clouds (ceiling) and condition of light at dusk were related factors. |