Cessna 206 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 292 events recorded from 1982 to 2024.

292

All Events

168

Incidents

41

Minor

23

Serious

55

Fatal (147 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Mar 04, 2018 Southport, AS VH-LHQ Incident substantial Investigation pending
May 18, 2017 Cerro Azul, EC HC-CEG Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Sep 25, 2016 Lake Kuashkuapishiu, CA C-FWBQ Fatal (2) substantial Investigation pending
Jul 04, 2016 Halibut Cove, AK N6251K Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees during an attempted go-around.
Apr 08, 2016 Angoon, AK N50159 Fatal (3) substantial
The pilot's inadvertent turn toward terrain that was higher-than-expected while trying to avoid poor visibility conditions and his subsequent attempt …

The pilot's inadvertent turn toward terrain that was higher-than-expected while trying to avoid poor visibility conditions and his subsequent attempt to clear terrain, which reduced the airspeed and led to the exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack and an aerodynamic stall and spin.

Aug 09, 2015 Titusville, FL N206DZ Minor substantial The pilot's landing with a tailwind at an excessive speed, which resulted in a runway excursion, and collision with a ditch.
Aug 02, 2015 Pecos, TX N5033U Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate preflight fuel planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Jul 19, 2015 Sucua, EC HC-CLR Serious (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Apr 18, 2015 Redding, CA N3535M Fatal (1) destroyed The pilot's intentional descent into terrain.
Apr 04, 2015 Honolulu, HI N245RB Incident substantial A blown nose landing gear tire during landing, which resulted in the pilot’s inability to maintain directional control.
Sep 09, 2014 Daimontaro, EC HC-CAB Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Mar 21, 2014 Philadelphia, PA N309JK Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane while landing in gusty wind conditions.
Sep 07, 2013 Kodoeskop, SF ZS-PXV Minor substantial Investigation pending
Aug 22, 2013 Boise, ID N922MA Incident substantial The mechanical failure of the nose landing gear for reasons that could not be determined because impact damage prevented a complete examination.
Aug 16, 2013 Brooklyn, IA N2070K Fatal (1) minor
The improper routing of the seatbelt, which resulted in the inadvertent deployment of the reserve parachute, and the open jump door, which allowed the…

The improper routing of the seatbelt, which resulted in the inadvertent deployment of the reserve parachute, and the open jump door, which allowed the passenger to be pulled from the airplane.

Oct 31, 2012 Kiim, EC HC-CBG Serious (1) substantial Investigation pending
Aug 28, 2011 Kumla, SW SE-FMU Incident substantial Investigation pending
Jul 23, 2011 Huesca, SP G-CCRC Incident minor Investigation pending
Jul 07, 2010 Albuquerque, NM N164SA Incident substantial The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing.
Mar 23, 2010 Homer, AK N522HA Minor substantial
The fatigue failure of the No. 4 engine cylinder head resulting in a loss of engine power. Contributing to the severity of the accident was the pilot'…

The fatigue failure of the No. 4 engine cylinder head resulting in a loss of engine power. Contributing to the severity of the accident was the pilot's decision to attempt a low altitude turn back to the airport, resulting in a loss of control.

Feb 26, 2010 San Pedro, BH V3-HDR Fatal (5) substantial Investigation pending
Aug 11, 2009 Iliamna, AK N5110U Serious (1) substantial
The pilot's decision to takeoff towards an area of rising terrain and potential downdrafts with a fully loaded airplane, which resulted in an encounte…

The pilot's decision to takeoff towards an area of rising terrain and potential downdrafts with a fully loaded airplane, which resulted in an encounter with a downdraft that exceeded the airplane's climb capability.

Feb 16, 2009 Island of Cebaco, PM HP-1367 RS Fatal (1) substantial Not Required. Investigation is being conducted by AAC, Panama.
Feb 08, 2009 Quebradillas, PR N118ME Fatal (6) destroyed The pilot exceeded the design limits of the airplane, which resulted in an in-flight break up while maneuvering in adverse weather conditions.
Dec 06, 2008 Kalkaska, MI N6053B Fatal (1) destroyed
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees and terrain during the instrument-flight-rules flight. Contributing to the accident was the pilot…

The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees and terrain during the instrument-flight-rules flight. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to comply with instrument flight procedures and his lack of recent instrument flight experience.

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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