How many accidents has the Cessna 182 had?

The NTSB has recorded 2779 events involving the Cessna 182: 529 fatal, 249 serious, 459 minor injuries, and 1535 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Cessna 182 a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Cessna 182 has 2779 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

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
Jul 14, 1997	FRESNO, CA	N2164R	Incident	substantial	the pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing and damage to the airplane.
Jul 13, 1997	ELLINGTON, CT	N2539R	Incident	substantial	The pilot's misjudgment of speed and distance and his failure to execute a go around.
Jul 10, 1997	SPRINGFIELD, KY	N8568T	Incident	substantial	the pilot's misjudgment of distance and speed, and his delay in aborting the landing. Factors relating to the accident were: the pilot's failure to a… the pilot's misjudgment of distance and speed, and his delay in aborting the landing. Factors relating to the accident were: the pilot's failure to attain a proper touchdown point for landing, and proximity of the fence to the runway.
Jul 08, 1997	HAYFIELD TWNSHP, PA	N4951D	Incident	destroyed	The pilot's improper decision to attempt a takeoff from unsuitable terrain and failure to maintain airspeed. A factor in this accident was the gusty … The pilot's improper decision to attempt a takeoff from unsuitable terrain and failure to maintain airspeed. A factor in this accident was the gusty wind conditions.
Jul 06, 1997	PEORIA, IL	N661SP	Minor	substantial	the pilot's improper use of carburetor heat and the carburetor icing conditions which existed at the time of the accident. Factors were the ditch and… the pilot's improper use of carburetor heat and the carburetor icing conditions which existed at the time of the accident. Factors were the ditch and poles which the airplane contacted.
Jul 06, 1997	MEDFORD, NJ	N166KM	Incident	destroyed	An inflight engine fire of undetermined origin.
Jul 06, 1997	PEDRICTOWN, NJ	N1858X	Incident	substantial	The pilot's improper flare.
Jul 04, 1997	SANTA PAULA, CA	N2011G	Minor	substantial	Fuel exhaustion due to the pilot's inadequate preflight planning/inspection and his failure to ensure that adequate fuel was onboard prior to departur… Fuel exhaustion due to the pilot's inadequate preflight planning/inspection and his failure to ensure that adequate fuel was onboard prior to departure.
Jun 29, 1997	RIMROCK, AZ	N5158U	Serious (1)	substantial	Fuel starvation due to the pilot's failure to monitor the fuel level in the right tank, and to select a tank containing fuel during the approach and l… Fuel starvation due to the pilot's failure to monitor the fuel level in the right tank, and to select a tank containing fuel during the approach and landing in accordance with the checklist.
Jun 29, 1997	TALKEETNA, AK	N3186U	Fatal (4)	destroyed	Undetermined.
Jun 25, 1997	YAKIMA, WA	N9932E	Incident	substantial	The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the soft terrain.
Jun 25, 1997	SUGAR LAND, TX	N96TJ	Incident	substantial	the pilot's improper landing flare and improper recovery from a bounced landing.
Jun 11, 1997	FREDERICK, MD	N8970G	Incident	substantial	The private pilot's improper flare, and the certificated flight instructor's delayed decision to add power, which resulted in the subsequent hard land… The private pilot's improper flare, and the certificated flight instructor's delayed decision to add power, which resulted in the subsequent hard landing.
Jun 07, 1997	HARDIN, MT	N8522T	Incident	substantial	the student's delay in initiating a go-around. A factor relating to the accident was: the sunglare.
Jun 04, 1997	BRIGHAM CITY, UT	N6302A	Incident	destroyed	failure of the pilot to maintain proper runway alignment during the landing. The gusty quartering crosswind was a related factor.
May 24, 1997	WENTWORTH, NH	N20892	Incident	substantial	Pilot's inadequate preflight planning to determine the suitability of an unimproved field for landing.
May 22, 1997	LAMONT, CA	N6495A	Minor	substantial	the pilot's failure to maintain adequate fuel for the flight.
May 21, 1997	KANSAS CITY, MO	N736YZ	Incident	substantial	the pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing. A factor relating to the accident was the excessive airspeed.
May 19, 1997	CORONA, CA	N3165S	Incident	substantial	fuel exhaustion due to the pilot's failure to perform either preflight or en route fuel consumption calculations. The pilot's decision to fly the air… fuel exhaustion due to the pilot's failure to perform either preflight or en route fuel consumption calculations. The pilot's decision to fly the aircraft without the required pilot's operating handbook (POH) on board was a factor in this accident.
May 16, 1997	RED HOOK, NY	N7322S	Minor	substantial	The pilot's improper compensation for the wind conditions and his failure to initiate a go-around.
May 07, 1997	LITTLE ROCK, AR	N2740Q	Incident	substantial	the pilot's improper flare and improper recovery from a bounced landing.
May 04, 1997	MOBILE, AL	N1530M	Incident	substantial	the pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions and failure to maintain directional control during landing rollout, which resulted in a collis… the pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions and failure to maintain directional control during landing rollout, which resulted in a collision with a runway light.
Apr 27, 1997	DULUTH, MN	N7355Q	Serious (1)	substantial	the loss of engine power for undetermined reasons and the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control.
Apr 10, 1997	TULLAHOMA, TN	N2515G	Serious (1)	substantial	Fuel exhaustion for undetermined reasons and unsuitable terrain encountered during the forced landing. Contributing to the accident was the failure o… Fuel exhaustion for undetermined reasons and unsuitable terrain encountered during the forced landing. Contributing to the accident was the failure of the pilot to divert to an alternate airport while en route after recognizing that the fuel consumed was greater than the planned amount for the flight duration.
Apr 05, 1997	TUCSON, AZ	N9000X	Incident	substantial	Fuel exhaustion due to the inadequate preflight inspections performed by both pilots. A factor in the accident was the crosswind experienced during l… Fuel exhaustion due to the inadequate preflight inspections performed by both pilots. A factor in the accident was the crosswind experienced during landing rollout.

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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