Cessna 188B Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 94 events recorded from 1982 to 2013.

94

All Events

70

Incidents

10

Minor

8

Serious

6

Fatal (6 fatalities)
Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Jul 28, 1997 HALSTEAD, KS N4864Q Incident substantial
the pilot failed to maintain adequate clearance from the transmission wires. Factors included the malfunctioning of the wire cutter and pilot fatigue…

the pilot failed to maintain adequate clearance from the transmission wires. Factors included the malfunctioning of the wire cutter and pilot fatigue.
Jul 23, 1997 ADAMS, NE N4926R Incident substantial
inadequate maintenance/annual inspection, and subsequent exhaustion of hydraulic (brake) fluid, which resulted in loss of braking action (right brake)…

inadequate maintenance/annual inspection, and subsequent exhaustion of hydraulic (brake) fluid, which resulted in loss of braking action (right brake) and impact with a tree. The proximity of tree(s) was a related factor.
Oct 31, 1996 OCILLA, GA N731BQ Incident substantial The pilot's failure to adequately preflight and plan the fuel required for the flight.
Jul 30, 1996 CIMARRON, KS N441Q Incident substantial the pilot's failure to make a timely decision to abort the takeoff or dump the payload.
Aug 19, 1995 RAEFORD, NC N731VX Incident substantial the loss of the abutment seal which resulted in the fatigue failure of the cylinder head.
Aug 14, 1995 CANTON, KS N9151R Incident substantial
failure of the pilot to obtain the proper flying speed or to abort the takeoff, while there was sufficient runway remaining, which resulted in an inad…

failure of the pilot to obtain the proper flying speed or to abort the takeoff, while there was sufficient runway remaining, which resulted in an inadvertent stall.
Jul 18, 1995 ALLENDALE, SC N731EM Fatal (1) substantial THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN CLEARANCE FROM THE GUY WIRE.
Jun 15, 1995 HUNTSVILLE, AL N5621G Minor destroyed The downdraft weather condition, and the pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from the terrain during his maneuver.
Sep 07, 1994 OAKDALE, IL N731SV Incident substantial misalignment of the number one connecting rod during major overhaul. Factors were the subsequent scoring and fatigue failure of the crankshaft.
Sep 01, 1994 INDIAN RIVER, FL N53184 Incident destroyed THE TOTAL LOSS OF ENGINE POWER FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS OVER TERRAIN UNSUITABLE FOR A FORCED LANDING.
Jun 29, 1993 CENTRE, AL N731DH Incident substantial THE FAILURE OF MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL TO PROPERLY TORQUE THE CRANKCASE THROUGH BOLTS.
Sep 14, 1992 COGSWELL, ND N9747G Incident substantial LOSS OF ENGINE POWER AS A RESULT OF A COMPLETE PISTON FAILURE.
Jun 16, 1992 RISCO, MO N731GX Incident substantial
THE PILOT IN COMMANDS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL OF THE AIRPLANE DURING THE ABORTED TAKEOFF. THE PILOT'S INADEQUATE EVALUATION OF THE WIN…

THE PILOT IN COMMANDS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL OF THE AIRPLANE DURING THE ABORTED TAKEOFF. THE PILOT'S INADEQUATE EVALUATION OF THE WIND WAS A FACTOR.
Sep 09, 1991 BELGRADE, NE N4788Q Incident substantial THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO TAKE ADEQUATE REMEDIAL ACTION. A RELATED FACTOR IS THE PREMATURE LIFTOFF.
Jul 31, 1991 MONROEVILLE, AL N9106G Incident substantial THE PILOT'S MISJUDGMENT OF THE CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE AIRPLANE AND THE ELECTRICAL TRANSMISSION WIRE. A FACTOR WAS THE HAZY VISIBILITY.
Jul 28, 1991 DRISCOLL, TX N85987 Fatal (1) destroyed THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN CLEARANCE FROM THE GUY WIRE DURING THE AERIAL APPLICATION MANEUVER.
Jul 23, 1991 MUNGER, MI N4962Q Incident substantial A PREMATURE LIFTOFF BY THE PILOT. A FACTOR CONTRIBUTING TO THIS ACCIDENT WAS THE SOFT RUNWAY SURFACE AND A STALL/MUSH.
Jul 18, 1991 PALOUSE, WA N731YZ Incident substantial THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN PROPER RUNWAY ALIGNMENT.
Jun 17, 1991 WALLIS, TX N4719Q Incident destroyed
THE PARTIAL POWER LOSS DURING A CRITICAL PHASE OF FLIGHT. A FACTOR WAS THE LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN ONTO WHICH A SUCCESSFUL FORCED LANDING COULD HAVE…

THE PARTIAL POWER LOSS DURING A CRITICAL PHASE OF FLIGHT. A FACTOR WAS THE LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN ONTO WHICH A SUCCESSFUL FORCED LANDING COULD HAVE BEEN EXECUTED.
Sep 08, 1990 ELIZABETH CITY, NC N731NY Incident substantial
THE PILOT'S INADEQUATE PREFLIGHT PLANNING AND COMPENSATION FOR WIND CONDITIONS AND THE SUBSEQUENT LOSS OF AIRCRAFT CONTROL DURING TAKEOFF. EXISTING CR…

THE PILOT'S INADEQUATE PREFLIGHT PLANNING AND COMPENSATION FOR WIND CONDITIONS AND THE SUBSEQUENT LOSS OF AIRCRAFT CONTROL DURING TAKEOFF. EXISTING CROSSWINDS AND GUSTS WERE FACTORS IN THE ACCIDENT.
Aug 20, 1990 ECKLEY, CO N4933Q Incident substantial A FAILURE ON THE PART OF THE PILOT IN COMMAND TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE TERRAIN CLEARANCE.
Aug 03, 1990 DENTON, MT N9632G Incident substantial THE PREMATURE LIFTOFF DURING TAKEOFF GROUND ROLL BY THE PILOT, RESULTING IN A STALL.
Oct 05, 1989 HARTSVILLE, SC N21897 Fatal (1) substantial THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE IN-FLIGHT CLEARANCE FROM OBSTACLES.
Sep 10, 1989 SUNLAND PARK, NM N9342R Incident substantial UNDETERMINED. A FACTOR RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE CROP IN THE EMERGENCY LANDING AREA.
Aug 16, 1989 PRATTVILLE, AL N9318G Fatal (1) destroyed FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN CLEARANCE FROM OBSTRUCTIONS (TREES).
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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