Cessna 182K Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 72 events recorded from 1982 to 2024.

72

All Events

42

Incidents

14

Minor

8

Serious

8

Fatal (17 fatalities)
Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Sep 24, 2023 Trimble River Valley, AK N2586R Incident substantial
The pilot’s selection of unsuitable terrain for landing, which resulted in the left main landing gear (MLG) tire impacting a rock, resulting in the se…

The pilot’s selection of unsuitable terrain for landing, which resulted in the left main landing gear (MLG) tire impacting a rock, resulting in the separation of the MLG wheel, and the subsequent loss of directional control.
Aug 30, 2022 Tooele, UT N3094Q Incident substantial Loss of brake pressure to both sets of brakes during taxi due to failed brake caliper O-ring seals, which resulted in a loss of directional control.
Mar 18, 2021 Las Vegas, NV N2548R Incident substantial A total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Jun 28, 2014 Mesa, AZ N3069Q Incident substantial The student pilot's inadequate landing flare which resulted in a loss of aircraft control and hard landing.
Oct 30, 2011 Branson West, MO N2893R Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to ensure that his seat was in a locked position before takeoff, which resulted in the seat sliding rearward and the subsequent lo…

The pilot's failure to ensure that his seat was in a locked position before takeoff, which resulted in the seat sliding rearward and the subsequent loss of directional control.
Jun 30, 2011 Stevensville, MD N2888R Incident substantial A total loss of engine power during initial climb for undetermined reasons.
Oct 15, 2010 Henderson, TX N3057Q Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
Aug 01, 2009 Conway, AR N521SP Incident substantial The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing.
Feb 15, 2008 Greenville, ME N3047Q Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Contributing to the accident were the snow covered runway and sun glare l…

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Contributing to the accident were the snow covered runway and sun glare light conditions.
Jun 25, 2006 Center Island, WA N2476Q Incident substantial Distance/speed misjudged by the pilot during landing. Rough uneven terrain was a factor.
Dec 27, 2004 Olympia, WA N2536Q Incident substantial The pilot's improper flare. Factors include too high of an airspeed and an inadvertent porpoise.
May 01, 2004 Phoenix, AZ N2493Q Incident substantial
the pilot's inadequate flare, which resulted in a hard landing. Also causal was the pilot's inadequate recovery from a bounced landing, which resulte…

the pilot's inadequate flare, which resulted in a hard landing. Also causal was the pilot's inadequate recovery from a bounced landing, which resulted in an inadvertent porpoise and collision with a sign.
Apr 21, 2004 Durango, CO N2861R Incident substantial the pilot's inadequate in-flight planning and decision making. Contributing factors include the crosswind and the crosswind component exceeded.
Sep 17, 2003 Young, AZ N2646R Incident substantial the collision with a bull during takeoff.
Mar 19, 2003 Hodkovice, EZ N2448Q Incident substantial Investigation pending
Dec 18, 2001 Nashville, MI N2607Q Incident substantial
the pilot exceeding the proper touchdown point on the runway during the landing and his improper in-flight planning and decision. Factors relating to…

the pilot exceeding the proper touchdown point on the runway during the landing and his improper in-flight planning and decision. Factors relating to the accident were the pilot misjudging his speed and distance during the landing and the ditch.
Jul 05, 2001 Mattoon, IL N2501Q Incident substantial The pilot improperly flared the airplane which resulted in a hard landing.
May 30, 2001 Victoria, TX N201EX Incident substantial the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection which resulted in an unsecured seat which slipped aft on takeoff.
May 22, 1999 KALISPELL, MT N2656R Incident substantial A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Rough terrain was a factor.
May 16, 1999 BALTIMORE, MD N2506Q Incident substantial was the pilot's improper remedial action when he improperly used the elevator during the landing flare.
Sep 20, 1998 BALDWIN, WI N2689Q Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate preflight planning and preparation, and his failure to stop on the wet, grassy runway. A related factor was the wet grass.
Sep 18, 1998 ELDON, MO N3054Q Incident substantial The pilot's not correcting for a porpoise condition during landing roll.
Jul 13, 1997 ELLINGTON, CT N2539R Incident substantial The pilot's misjudgment of speed and distance and his failure to execute a go around.
May 07, 1997 LITTLE ROCK, AR N2740Q Incident substantial the pilot's improper flare and improper recovery from a bounced landing.
Feb 01, 1997 EL DORADO, KS N2898R Incident substantial the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane. A factor relating to the accident was: the ditch, which the airplane contacted.
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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