Cessna 207 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 270 events recorded from 1982 to 2024.

270

All Events

151

Incidents

48

Minor

24

Serious

46

Fatal (104 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Sep 16, 2024 Saint Mary's, AK N90193 Fatal (4) destroyed Investigation pending
Jun 03, 2024 Bethel, AK N9651M Incident substantial The pilot’s improper short-field takeoff procedure, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and subsequent hard landing.
Aug 26, 2023 Kamiji, OF 9S-LAL Incident substantial Investigation pending
Jun 06, 2023 Harlingen, TX N91157 Incident substantial
The improper installation of the throttle control arm to the throttle control cable attachment end, which resulted in a failure of the control arm and…

The improper installation of the throttle control arm to the throttle control cable attachment end, which resulted in a failure of the control arm and a loss of engine power in flight.

Feb 02, 2023 Newtok, AK N9996M Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while landing with a crosswind on an ice-covered runway, resulting in a loss of control and subseq…

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while landing with a crosswind on an ice-covered runway, resulting in a loss of control and subsequent impact with a snowbank. A factor was the check airman’s inadequate supervision.

Nov 20, 2022 Bethel, AK N23CF Incident substantial The total loss of engine power during cruise flight due to fuel starvation and the pilot’s mismanagement of the available fuel.
Sep 10, 2022 Oromomo, OF CP-2504 Incident unk Investigation pending
Jul 28, 2022 Dillingham, AK N6908M Incident substantial
Maintenance personnel’s failure to detect and correct improper rudder control system alignment, the resulting interference with the pulley’s rotation,…

Maintenance personnel’s failure to detect and correct improper rudder control system alignment, the resulting interference with the pulley’s rotation, and the accelerated corrosion and wear of the control cable, which ultimately led to its failure in flight.

Apr 20, 2022 Carrefour, OF HH-FAH Fatal (5) substantial Investigation pending
Apr 16, 2022 Pilot Station, AK N73503 Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff in crosswind conditions which resulted in a loss of control and impact with terrain…

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff in crosswind conditions which resulted in a loss of control and impact with terrain.

Feb 04, 2022 Ica, OF OB-2179 Fatal (7) destroyed Investigation pending
Dec 29, 2021 Marathon, FL N1596U Serious (1) minor
A total loss of engine power due to the failure of the No. 2 bearing, which resulted in the No. 2 connecting rod failing due to fatigue, high heat, an…

A total loss of engine power due to the failure of the No. 2 bearing, which resulted in the No. 2 connecting rod failing due to fatigue, high heat, and stress.

Nov 21, 2021 Bethel, AK N9794M Incident substantial The improper installation of an avionics wire harness over a fuel line, which resulted in chafing of the wire harness, arcing, and a subsequent fire.
Mar 24, 2021 Laredo, TX N9177M Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to control the airplane during the landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing.
Dec 10, 2019 Kwigillingok, AK N9728M Incident substantial
The pilot's improper decision to depart from an ice-covered runway with a strong crosswind, which resulted in a loss of directional control, runway ex…

The pilot's improper decision to depart from an ice-covered runway with a strong crosswind, which resulted in a loss of directional control, runway excursion, and impact with a ditch.

Jun 06, 2019 Birtingarholt, Iceland, IC TF-MAJ Incident Investigation pending
Oct 11, 2018 Anchorage, AK N6492H Incident substantial
The pilot's inadequate in-flight fuel management, which resulted in fuel starvation and the subsequent loss of engine power, and her subsequent failur…

The pilot's inadequate in-flight fuel management, which resulted in fuel starvation and the subsequent loss of engine power, and her subsequent failure to maintain clearance from trees during the approach to land at a nearby airstrip.

Aug 07, 2018 Iliamna, AK N7379U Incident substantial A total loss of engine power due to detonation/preignition damage of the No. 2 cylinder and piston for reasons that could not be determined.
Jun 13, 2018 Anchorage, AK N91038 Fatal (1) substantial The failure of both pilots to see and avoid the other airplane while in level cruise flight, which resulted in a midair collision.
Feb 25, 2018 Newtok, AK N1658U Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to properly check that the fl…

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to properly check that the flight controls were correctly configured before takeoff.

Aug 27, 2017 Recanati, IT D-EPJR Incident minor Investigation pending
Jul 03, 2017 Hope, AK N9620M Incident substantial The pilot’s inadvertent flight into instrument meteorological conditions and subsequent controlled flight into terrain.
Jun 26, 2017 Vinalhaven, ME N207GM Minor substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain a stabilized approach, which resulted in a bounced landing and subsequent go-around with insufficient distance to clea…

The pilot’s failure to maintain a stabilized approach, which resulted in a bounced landing and subsequent go-around with insufficient distance to clear trees during the climb.

Jun 06, 2017 Homer, AK N207RB Incident substantial The pilot's decision to land on unsuitable terrain, which resulted in the nosewheel breaking and a subsequent noseover.
Oct 10, 2016 Santa Cruz, Cajamarca, PE OB-1936-P Fatal (3) destroyed 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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