Cessna 182N Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 75 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

75

All Events

42

Incidents

9

Minor

9

Serious

15

Fatal (27 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Sep 23, 2025 Fallbrook, CA N766EE Minor substantial Investigation pending
Feb 09, 2025 Auburn, CA N92467 Incident substantial The pilot’s improper use of throttle and brakes during engine start that resulted in a loss of control and impact with a hangar.
Jul 06, 2023 St Maries, ID N703Z Fatal (1) substantial
The total loss of engine power due to the failure of the No. 3 exhaust valve for reasons that could not be determined. Contributing to the accident wa…

The total loss of engine power due to the failure of the No. 3 exhaust valve for reasons that could not be determined. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane after the loss of engine power.

Sep 04, 2022 Blairstown, NJ N8942G Incident substantial The pilot’s decision to cross the taxiway at an unsuitable location.
Dec 29, 2013 Paradis, LA N491CC Incident substantial The collision with a bird which resulted in substantial damage to the airplane.
Jun 02, 2012 Pista Aérea, MX N92201 Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
May 06, 2012 Newport, VT N9217G Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed during the approach, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and hard landing.
Jul 26, 2008 Big Creek, ID N92767 Incident substantial The airplane encountered a downdraft during the landing flare. Contributing to the accident was the high density altitude.
Apr 12, 2008 Amarillo, TX N9008G Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during the landing. Contributing to the accident were the crosswind, gusty wind conditions and the pi…

The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during the landing. Contributing to the accident were the crosswind, gusty wind conditions and the pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions.

Jun 19, 2006 Cooperstown, ND N9073G Incident substantial
The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions which resulted in a loss of directional control while landing. Factors associated with th…

The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions which resulted in a loss of directional control while landing. Factors associated with the accident were the crosswind condition, the high vegetation which the airplane contacted, and the high density altitude.

Mar 04, 2006 Georgetown, TX XB-BID Fatal (2) destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during takeoff which resulted in a loss of control.
Apr 02, 2005 Marion, OH N3292S Minor substantial
The pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision which resulted in an encounter with icing conditions and the accretion of ice on the airframe. Als…

The pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision which resulted in an encounter with icing conditions and the accretion of ice on the airframe. Also causal was the pilot's improper setting of the flaps in icing conditions in accordance with operating procedures which resulted in a stall/mush.

Jul 24, 2004 Bainville, MT N92824 Incident substantial The pilot's misjudgment of his airspeed on landing, and his subsequent overrunning of the runway. A contributing factor was the trees.
Jul 05, 2004 Lancaster, WI N92422 Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate compensation for the gusty winds and his improper flare. The wind gusts were a contributing factor.
Nov 09, 2002 Wheatfield, IN N253R Minor substantial
The pilot not maintaining aircraft control and the pilot's inadequate compensation for the gusting wind condition. Factors to the accident were the g…

The pilot not maintaining aircraft control and the pilot's inadequate compensation for the gusting wind condition. Factors to the accident were the gusting wind condition and the inadvertent stall at a low altitude.

Oct 12, 2001 Graham, MO N92913 Incident substantial A loss of engine power due to the fatigue failure of the number 2 piston. Contributing to the accident was the unsuitable terrain.
Apr 18, 2001 Cedarville, NJ N9174G Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing flare. A factor was the wind gusts.
Dec 06, 2000 TOFINO, CA N9227G Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Aug 29, 2000 LAS VEGAS, NV N92596 Fatal (2) destroyed
The pilot's continued visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions into rising terrain and the air traffic controller's failure to issue a …

The pilot's continued visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions into rising terrain and the air traffic controller's failure to issue a Safety Advisory.

May 21, 2000 NOGALES, MX N92755 Serious (1) substantial Investigation pending
Jul 19, 1999 GREEN BAY, WI N92215 Incident substantial The pilot's delayed flare and his improper recovery from a bounced landing.
May 21, 1999 GRANITE, OR N92887 Incident substantial Clearance was not maintained. A sign and the selection of unsuitable terrain for landing were factors.
Oct 09, 1998 GENESEE, MI N92322 Incident substantial
the pilot's failure to maintain directional control and the subsequent failure to attain clearance with the trees during takeoff. Factors associated …

the pilot's failure to maintain directional control and the subsequent failure to attain clearance with the trees during takeoff. Factors associated with the accident were the trees, dark night conditions, and fog which resulted in the lack of visual detection of the surroundings.

Aug 21, 1998 PAINESVILLE, OH N9282G Fatal (1) destroyed
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, while maneuvering back toward the runway resulting in an inadvertent stall. Also causal was the pi…

The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, while maneuvering back toward the runway resulting in an inadvertent stall. Also causal was the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection which resulted in his failure to secure the oil filler cap. A contributing factor was his diverted attention.

Jul 03, 1998 BIG CREEK, ID N92519 Minor substantial Directional control was not maintained. A wet runway surface was a factor.
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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