Cessna 195B Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 29 events recorded from 1982 to 2024.

29

All Events

17

Incidents

8

Minor

3

Serious

1

Fatal (1 fatalities)
Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Apr 08, 2024 Portales, NM N2147C Minor substantial
The pilot’s decision to take off with a quartering tailwind and his subsequent failure to maintain directional control. Contributing to the accident w…

The pilot’s decision to take off with a quartering tailwind and his subsequent failure to maintain directional control. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s improper elevator control inputs during takeoff.
Aug 25, 2023 Los Lunas, NM N2192C Serious (1) substantial The pilot’s failure to secure the seat’s position in the seat rail, which resulted in a loss of directional control and nose over.
Jan 06, 2015 Llano, TX N2125C Incident substantial
The pilot’s overrotation of the airplane when lifting the tail during the takeoff roll, which allowed the propeller to come in contact with the runway…

The pilot’s overrotation of the airplane when lifting the tail during the takeoff roll, which allowed the propeller to come in contact with the runway and resulted in a reduction in engine power and the pilot’s subsequent loss of directional control.
Jan 19, 2014 Winchester, VA N1960C Incident substantial The pilot's attempt to avoid a deer on the runway, which resulted in loss of aircraft control, a runway excursion, and collision with a runway sign.
Apr 28, 2013 Albuquerque, NM N4420C Minor substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
Jul 14, 2012 Camdenton, MO N3092B Incident substantial The pilot's loss of directional control on landing, which resulted in a runway excursion.
Jun 19, 2012 Millington, TN N4418C Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
Apr 29, 2012 Sacramento, CA N2194C Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll while landing with a gusting wind.
Jan 07, 2010 Palm Springs, CA N2171C Minor substantial The pilot's improper use of brakes during landing.
Dec 20, 2003 Amarillo, TX N6850D Serious (1) substantial The leakage of the left brake master cylinder cap, which resulted in the loss of hydraulic fluid and the failure of the left brake.
Oct 17, 2003 North Pole, AK N3050B Incident substantial
A fracture of the left brake master cylinder actuator rod, which resulted in failure of the left brake, a loss of directional control and an inadverte…

A fracture of the left brake master cylinder actuator rod, which resulted in failure of the left brake, a loss of directional control and an inadvertent ground loop during landing, and the separation of the left main landing gear strut due to fatigue. Factors contributing to the accident were the manufacturer's and the FAA's insufficient standards/requirements for inspection procedures of spring steel landing gear struts.
Apr 01, 2001 Conroe, TX N195S Incident substantial the pilot's failure to compensate for the wind conditions during takeoff, which resulted in a ground loop.
Jul 25, 1998 ASHLAND, OR N2125C Minor substantial The pilot's improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
Aug 07, 1995 MACON, GA N2180C Incident substantial a total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was an engine compartment fire of undetermined origin.
Aug 27, 1994 OSSIPEE, NH N9885A Incident substantial SEPARATION OF THE LEFT MAIN LANDING GEAR DUE TO FATIGUE FAILURE.
May 09, 1993 PLACERVILLE, CA N2171C Incident substantial THE UNRELIABILITY OF THE NORMAL BRAKE SYSTEM AND THE LEAKING MASTER CYLINDER
Oct 22, 1992 Great Barrington, MA N4384N Minor destroyed THE INADEQUATE PRE-FLIGHT BY THE PILOT ENSURING FUEL CAP SECURITY. A FACTOR IN THIS ACCIDENT WAS THE PILOTS COMPLACENCY IN FUEL MANAGEMENT.
Mar 24, 1991 MC KINNEY, TX N841DP Incident substantial THE PILOT'S LANDING SHORT OF THE THRESHOLD AND LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL.
Jan 02, 1991 LA GRANGE, GA N2187C Incident substantial THE FAILURE OF THE TAILWHEEL STEERING SPRING.
Aug 06, 1989 HOLLYWOOD, FL N841DP Incident substantial THE FAILURE OF THE LEFT MAIN LANDING GEAR SPRING DUE TO LOW CYCLE FATIGUE, RESULTING IN THE LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE GROUND.
Oct 07, 1988 PORTERVILLE, CA N2141C Minor substantial Investigation pending
Aug 03, 1988 WATKINS, CO N195RC Serious (1) substantial Investigation pending
Jul 13, 1986 SAN DIEGO, CA N195JB Incident substantial Investigation pending
Mar 24, 1985 BAY CITY, TX N2163C Incident substantial Investigation pending
Feb 16, 1985 GALENA, OH N3081B 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.
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