Cessna A185 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 452 events recorded from 1982 to 2026.

452

All Events

325

Incidents

48

Minor

20

Serious

58

Fatal (100 fatalities)
Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Aug 23, 2025 Lakeview, OR N185GG Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, in gusting crosswind conditions.
Aug 18, 2025 Haines, AK N9BB Incident substantial The pilot’s selection of an unsuitable landing area resulting in an on-ground collision with an obscured log and a main landing gear separation.
Aug 02, 2025 Warren, ID N2252T Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to adequately compensate for a wind gust during the departure roll, which resulted in a loss of directional control and a runway e…

The pilot’s failure to adequately compensate for a wind gust during the departure roll, which resulted in a loss of directional control and a runway excursion.
Jul 19, 2025 Lansing, MI N888DK Incident substantial The pilot’s improper landing flare and subsequent failure to maintain directional control during the landing in a crosswind condition.
May 21, 2025 Trapper Creek, AK N3308S Incident substantial The pilot’s improper flare while landing on glassy water, which resulted in a hard landing.
Mar 07, 2025 Highline Lake, AK N1718R Incident substantial Investigation pending
Nov 23, 2024 Lewistown, MT N9533H Incident substantial The pilot’s inadvertent impact with a rock during a landing on a grass strip.
Oct 20, 2024 Wasilla, AK N61795 Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, resulting in a ground loop.
Oct 12, 2024 Seattle, WA N185WK Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing roll with a crosswind.
Aug 20, 2024 Loveland, CO N4490R Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing, that resulted in a ground loop and a runway excursion. Contributing to the acc…

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing, that resulted in a ground loop and a runway excursion. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action.
Aug 14, 2024 Eveleth, MN N2248T Incident substantial Water contamination of the fuel system which resulted in a total loss of engine power. Contributing was the pilot’s inadequate preflight.
Aug 08, 2024 Fairbanks, AK N94260 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing at a short remote airstrip.
Jul 21, 2024 Rural Retreat, VA N185GS Incident substantial A loss of directional control during the landing roll.
Jun 23, 2024 Fort Leavenworth, KS N74CF Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control after landing.
Jun 13, 2024 Nampa, ID N2768J Incident substantial Loss of directional control during the takeoff roll.
Jun 12, 2024 Monument Hills, CA N8WF Incident substantial Investigation pending
Nov 18, 2023 Barataria, LA N61919 Incident substantial A recreational boat crossed in front of the airplane’s path during landing on the water which resulted in the airplane colliding with the boat.
Sep 18, 2023 Homer, AK N7558H Incident substantial A total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Sep 10, 2023 Beluga, AK N124UA Incident substantial The pilot’s delayed go-around decision with insufficient runway remaining.
Aug 24, 2023 Leonardtown, MD N955LS Incident substantial A loss of engine power during an approach to landing for undetermined reasons.
Jul 28, 2023 Friday Habor, WA N185GG Incident substantial The pilot’s loss of directional control during landing, which resulted in a ground loop.
May 16, 2023 Grand Junction, CO N4742E Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll with gusting wind.
May 14, 2023 Twisp, WA N185MG Incident substantial The pilot’s loss of directional control during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and ground loop.
Mar 07, 2023 Homer, AK N9697Q Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll, which resulted in a ground loop and impact with terrain.
Dec 04, 2022 Fergus Falls, MN N926HM Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll, resulting in a runway excursion.
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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