How many accidents has the Cessna 190 had?

The NTSB has recorded 23 events involving the Cessna 190: 2 fatal, 0 serious, 5 minor injuries, and 16 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Cessna 190 a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Cessna 190 has 23 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

Cessna 190 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 23 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

All Events

Incidents

Minor

Serious

Fatal (4 fatalities)

Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
Apr 11, 2025	Idaho Falls, ID	N190CG	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll in crosswind conditions.
May 17, 2024	San Luis Obispo, CA	N1500D	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a failure of the right main landing gear and subsequent… The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a failure of the right main landing gear and subsequent ground loop.
Mar 07, 2021	Camarillo, CA	N190RC	Minor	substantial	The failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll which resulted in a runway excursion and subsequent n… The failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll which resulted in a runway excursion and subsequent nose over.
May 04, 2017	Prescott, AZ	N4498C	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s use of excessive speed during a right turn from the runway to the taxiway, which resulted in a loss of directional control.
Jul 09, 2012	Anthony, NM	N190W	Minor	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
Sep 20, 2007	Yulee, FL	N190BJ	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing. A factor in this accident was the crosswind condition.
Nov 21, 2006	Chattanooga, TN	N195AB	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control on takeoff resulting in a collapse of the left main landing gear when the airplane swerved. A fact… The pilot's failure to maintain directional control on takeoff resulting in a collapse of the left main landing gear when the airplane swerved. A factor in the accident was wake turbulence from a landing airplane.
Mar 31, 2003	Lakeland, FL	N4413C	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind and his failure to maintain directional control. A related factor was the crosswind.
Jul 19, 2002	Albuquerque, NM	N9854A	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control. A contributing factor was the crosswind.
Apr 07, 2001	Lurton, AR	N1055D	Fatal (2)	destroyed	the pilot's continued VFR flight into IMC, which resulted in spatial disorientation and the ensuing loss of aircraft control while in cruise flight. … the pilot's continued VFR flight into IMC, which resulted in spatial disorientation and the ensuing loss of aircraft control while in cruise flight. Contributory factors were the haze and fog weather conditions.
Oct 27, 1999	SOMERVILLE, NJ	N195EL	Minor	substantial	The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind.
Sep 05, 1999	ENTERPRISE, AL	N9872A	Incident	substantial	The fatigue failure of the main landing gear spring.
Oct 10, 1998	LOST HILLS, CA	N1087D	Minor	substantial	A loss of engine power due to fatigue failure of the number 4 cylinder articulating rod.
Jul 14, 1998	PONTIAC, MI	N56W	Incident	substantial	improper procedures used during the replacement of the landing gear which resulted in pitting and corrosion of the gear spring.
May 06, 1995	LONGMONT, CO	N1505D	Incident	substantial	FAILURE BY THE PILOT-IN COMMAND-TO COMPENSATE FOR CROSSWIND CONDITIONS.
Mar 04, 1994	FORT LAUDERDALE, FL	N190RC	Incident	substantial	LOCKING OF THE RIGHT MAIN LANDING GEAR BRAKE FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS.
May 27, 1989	LIVERMORE, CA	N9862A	Incident	substantial	THE FAILURE OF THE FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE FLIGHT INSTRUCTORS LACK OF EXPERIENCE IN TH… THE FAILURE OF THE FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE FLIGHT INSTRUCTORS LACK OF EXPERIENCE IN THIS TYPE AIRCRAFT.
Jan 18, 1989	SONOMA, CA	N1058D	Incident	substantial	A JAMMED BRAKE MECHANISM RESULTING IN THE PILOT'S INABILITY TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL.
Aug 17, 1987	HEDGESVILLE, WV	N9827A	Fatal (2)	destroyed	Investigation pending
Feb 28, 1987	CHINO, CA	N4498C	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
May 14, 1984	ST. ANNE, IL	N9854A	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Jul 29, 1983	LORDSBURG, NM	N1040D	Minor	substantial	Investigation pending
Aug 22, 1982	BISMARCK, ND	N3004B	Incident	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.

← Cessna 190 For Sale All Cessna Models

Data source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database · About our data

Looking to buy a Cessna 190? View 1 Cessna 190 for sale ↓

Cessna 190 Safety Record

Report an Issue