Cessna 182S Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 56 events recorded from 1995 to 2023.

56

All Events

38

Incidents

3

Minor

2

Serious

13

Fatal (20 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Mar 21, 2023 Alcova, WY N314FR Fatal (1) substantial The airplane’s encounter with low level wind shear associated with moderate turbulence, which resulted in a loss of airplane control.
Jul 21, 2011 Erwin, NC N23739 Fatal (2) substantial The pilot’s loss of control due to spatial disorientation while maneuvering in dark night conditions.
Aug 05, 2009 Napa, CA N23750 Fatal (1) substantial
The instrument-rated pilot’s loss of situational awareness and failure to follow the prescribed instrument departure clearance/procedure, which result…

The instrument-rated pilot’s loss of situational awareness and failure to follow the prescribed instrument departure clearance/procedure, which resulted in an in-flight collision with the terrain.

Jul 15, 2007 New River, AZ N2454M Fatal (2) substantial
The pilot's inadvertent VFR flight into IMC and his ensuing failure to maintain aircraft control while in cruise flight. Contributing factors were th…

The pilot's inadvertent VFR flight into IMC and his ensuing failure to maintain aircraft control while in cruise flight. Contributing factors were the cloudy weather and the dark night conditions.

Apr 12, 2004 North Augusta, SC N364ME Fatal (3) substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane due to spatial disorientation, which resulted in an uncontrolled descent and subsequent in-fli…

The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane due to spatial disorientation, which resulted in an uncontrolled descent and subsequent in-flight collision with trees and the ground.

Mar 21, 2003 Fayetteville, AR N97TD Fatal (1) destroyed
The pilot's failure to fly a stabilized, published instrument approach procedure, which resulted in a collision with trees and terrain. Factors were …

The pilot's failure to fly a stabilized, published instrument approach procedure, which resulted in a collision with trees and terrain. Factors were the low clouds and night conditions.

Oct 31, 2002 Accident, MD N7099L Fatal (1) substantial
The pilots improper in-flight decision to continue flight into known adverse weather conditions. A factor related to the accident was the icing condi…

The pilots improper in-flight decision to continue flight into known adverse weather conditions. A factor related to the accident was the icing conditions.

Oct 12, 2002 BROWNVILLE JCT, ME N100TY Fatal (1) destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain sufficient altitude while flying in mountainous terrain at night. A factor was the night lighting conditions.
May 03, 2002 Sheboygan, WI N293MA Fatal (1) destroyed The pilot failed to maintain control of the airplane during the go-around for undetermined reasons.
Nov 01, 2001 Little River, CA N7270E Fatal (1) destroyed the pilot's continued VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in a collision with trees and terrain.
May 12, 2001 Leicester, UK G-BYEG Fatal (2) substantial Investigation pending
Oct 04, 2000 SANTA ROSA, CA N2373D Fatal (1) destroyed the pilot's loss of airplane control due to spatial disorientation. A related factor was the low ceiling.
Dec 01, 1999 TEPIC, MX 5439 Fatal (3) Investigation pending
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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