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 19, 1999 OAKRIDGE, OR N1990M Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during a go-around. A downdraft during the approach is a factor.
Jul 18, 1999 SILVERDALE, WA N3900D Minor substantial
The pilot-in-command's misjudgment of distance/altitude (undershoot) on final, and his failure to maintain directional control during the aborted land…

The pilot-in-command's misjudgment of distance/altitude (undershoot) on final, and his failure to maintain directional control during the aborted landing.

Jun 12, 1999 SEVIERVILLE, TN N6126E Minor substantial A loss of propeller governor control due to oil contamination.
Jun 10, 1999 LANTANA, FL N1578M Minor substantial
The poor in-flight planning by the pilot during the approach for a precautionary landing following a power interruption during the downwind leg, resul…

The poor in-flight planning by the pilot during the approach for a precautionary landing following a power interruption during the downwind leg, resulting in a go-around. A Contributing factor to the accident was the total loss of engine power during the go-around due to water contamination.

Jun 03, 1999 ST. DAVID, AZ N234TT Minor substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain an adequate reference approach airspeed for the existing gusty wind conditions, and, his improper (uncoordinated) use …

The pilot's failure to maintain an adequate reference approach airspeed for the existing gusty wind conditions, and, his improper (uncoordinated) use of the pitch and power controls to arrest the resulting high sink rate.

May 01, 1999 MARFA, TX N95631 Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain clearance with the dirt bank during the landing flare.
Apr 23, 1999 PICAYUNE, MS N2699Q Minor substantial
The failure of the pilot to recover from the bounced landing resulting in collapse of the nose landing gear. A finding in the accident was the crossw…

The failure of the pilot to recover from the bounced landing resulting in collapse of the nose landing gear. A finding in the accident was the crosswind weather condition that existed at the time of the accident.

Mar 31, 1999 ORIENT, NY N3035Q Minor destroyed The pilot's inadequate compensation for crosswind conditions during takeoff.
Nov 25, 1998 AKRON, OH N3396Y Minor substantial The pilot's inadequate preflight which resulted in a takeoff with the fuel cap unsecured.
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.

Oct 12, 1998 PAYSON, AZ N1938M Minor substantial the pilot's failure to maintain runway alignment during a go-around.
Sep 30, 1998 WHEATFIELD, IN N6474A Minor substantial
the pilot's failure to apply carburetor heat when the engine lost power. Factors associated with the accident were the carburetor icing conditions wh…

the pilot's failure to apply carburetor heat when the engine lost power. Factors associated with the accident were the carburetor icing conditions which prevailed, the low altitude at which the loss of power occurred, and the soybean crop in which the airplane was landed.

Aug 05, 1998 TRENTON, NE N514HP Minor substantial
the pilot misjudged the forced landing approach and stalled the airplane while attempting to lengthen his glide on final approach and inadequate prefl…

the pilot misjudged the forced landing approach and stalled the airplane while attempting to lengthen his glide on final approach and inadequate preflight planning that led to the loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.

Aug 03, 1998 WATKINS, CO N5099E Minor substantial The pilot's loss of control during taxi due to excessive taxi speed.
Aug 03, 1998 WILLITS, CA N5705B Minor substantial The pilot's selection of an inadequate landing area and failure to maintain clearance from obstacles during the landing roll.
Jul 03, 1998 BIG CREEK, ID N92519 Minor substantial Directional control was not maintained. A wet runway surface was a factor.
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 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).
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.

Oct 03, 1997 JACKSON, MS N3434S Minor substantial A partial loss of engine power during the initial climb due to a blockage of the induction system by a piece of gasket material.
Sep 07, 1997 MADERA, CA N81MK Minor substantial
fuel exhaustion due to the pilot's failure to compute the fuel required and the fuel available. The pilot's decision to extend his downwind beyond gl…

fuel exhaustion due to the pilot's failure to compute the fuel required and the fuel available. The pilot's decision to extend his downwind beyond gliding distance of the runway after entering the traffic pattern was a factor in this accident.

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 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.

May 22, 1997 LAMONT, CA N6495A Minor substantial the pilot's failure to maintain adequate fuel for the flight.
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.
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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