How many accidents has the Cessna 188B had?

The NTSB has recorded 94 events involving the Cessna 188B: 6 fatal, 8 serious, 10 minor injuries, and 70 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Cessna 188B a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Cessna 188B has 94 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

Cessna 188B Safety Record

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

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Fatal (6 fatalities)

Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
Jun 14, 2010	Blackfoot, ID	N9357K	Incident	substantial	A loss of directional control during the landing roll as a result of a worn tail wheel locking mechanism.
Oct 11, 2006	Belhaven, NC	N91181	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to compensate for wind conditions and maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in an inadvertent stall and subsequent in-flight … The pilot's failure to compensate for wind conditions and maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in an inadvertent stall and subsequent in-flight collision with terrain.
Mar 25, 2004	Planada, CA	N478Q	Incident	destroyed	the partial loss of engine power due to the separation of the number 5 cylinder fuel injector supply line. The fuel line separation was due to compan… the partial loss of engine power due to the separation of the number 5 cylinder fuel injector supply line. The fuel line separation was due to company maintenance personnel's failure to secure the b-nut fitting following maintenance. Factors in the accident were the unsuitable nature of the terrain where the engine problem developed and the pilot's failure to maintain airspeed while attempting to reach a suitable forced landing spot, which led to an inadvertent stall.
Aug 23, 2003	Monette, AR	N5647G	Incident	substantial	Failure of the right brake and the pilot's inability to maintain directional control. A factor associated with the accident was the ditch.
Feb 04, 2003	Badger, Nfld, CA	N6606Q	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Jul 16, 2002	Tolley, ND	N4866Q	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to attain lift-off speed and his failure to abort the takeoff.
Oct 17, 2001	Whiteville, TN	N4784R	Incident	substantial	The failure of the engine driven fuel pump that contaminated the fuel system and restricted fuel flow to the engine.. A factor is rough/uneven terrain… The failure of the engine driven fuel pump that contaminated the fuel system and restricted fuel flow to the engine.. A factor is rough/uneven terrain.
Aug 06, 2000	WASHINGTON, NC	N4439Q	Incident	substantial	a loss of engine power for undetermined reason, resulting in a forced landing, and subsequent impact with a ditch.
Aug 09, 1999	SIDNEY, MT	N9085R	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to adequately compensate for wind conditions.
Sep 02, 1998	DIXON, CA	N202AW	Incident	destroyed	A partial loss of engine power for an undetermined reason, and the ignition of a highly combustible compound in the application hopper.
Jul 11, 1998	ATLANTA, NE	N9247R	Incident	substantial	A loss of engine power due to a loose 'B' nut on the fuel line fitting. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate maintain and the soft terrain… A loss of engine power due to a loose 'B' nut on the fuel line fitting. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate maintain and the soft terrain.
Jun 22, 1998	SOUTH HAVEN, MI	N9209R	Incident	substantial	the pilot misjudging his distance and not maintaining the proper altitude. A factor was trees.
Jun 08, 1998	TALKEETNA, AK	N9247G	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to identify an unsafe/hazardous taxiway condition. A factor associated with this accident was the presence of rough and uneven te… The pilot's failure to identify an unsafe/hazardous taxiway condition. A factor associated with this accident was the presence of rough and uneven terrain conditions.
Mar 04, 1998	HOUSTON, MS	N53382	Incident	substantial	corrosion and subsequent disconnect of the left aileron control rod end fitting, which resulted in a loss of aileron (roll) control, a forced landing,… corrosion and subsequent disconnect of the left aileron control rod end fitting, which resulted in a loss of aileron (roll) control, a forced landing, and subsequent impact with the terrain. A factor related to the accident was: improper lubrication of the control rod.
Aug 26, 1997	SOUTH HAVEN, MI	N21639	Incident	substantial	failure of a connecting rod in the engine assembly, which resulted in loss of engine power and a forced landing. Factors relating to the accident were… failure of a connecting rod in the engine assembly, which resulted in loss of engine power and a forced landing. Factors relating to the accident were: lack of a recommended engine overhaul, and the lack of suitable terrain for an emergency landing.
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.
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.

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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