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
Sep 04, 2013 Woodrow, SC N59JK Minor substantial A failure of the right rudder pedal arm due to corrosion as a result of inadequate maintenance and inspection of the rudder pedal assembly.
Jun 26, 2007 Wyaconda, MO N4998Q Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the trees. A factor in the accident was the trees.
Jun 15, 2004 Rush Springs, OK N21650 Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain clearance with a utility pole and power lines while maneuvering during an aerial application.
May 15, 2004 Pleasant Hill, MO N188SA Minor substantial Fuel exhaustion due to the pilot's improper fuel calculations. Contributing factors to the accident included the inaccurate fuel gage and the trees.
Sep 25, 2002 Pikesville, NC N21689 Minor substantial
The inability of the pilot to see the .250 inch diameter unmarked cable resulting in the in-flight collision with the cable and substantial damage to …

The inability of the pilot to see the .250 inch diameter unmarked cable resulting in the in-flight collision with the cable and substantial damage to the airplane.
Sep 06, 2000 FARWELL, TX N21635 Minor substantial The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Factors were the smoke in the cockpit, and the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
Oct 02, 1998 TELLASSE, AL N4832R Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a utility line while conducting a swath run.
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.
Jun 14, 1988 DIGHTON, KS N731CD Minor substantial Investigation pending
Jul 10, 1983 HOOPER, UT N4886R Minor substantial 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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