Cessna P172D Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 5 events recorded from 1984 to 2022.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 22, 2022 | Prescott, AZ | N8540X | Minor | substantial | The loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence. |
| Jan 18, 2010 | Cedar Rapids, IA | N8584X | Minor | substantial |
The pilot's continued visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions and his failure to maintain a proper glidepath during the approach. Cont…The pilot's continued visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions and his failure to maintain a proper glidepath during the approach. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of instrument proficiency. |
| Oct 04, 1997 | UMATILLA, FL | N8582X | Minor | substantial | The improper fuel tank selector position by the pilot-in-command resulting in the total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation. |
| Apr 08, 1989 | CRESTED BUTTE, CO | N8562X | Minor | substantial | THE PILOT SELECTED A RUNWAY WITH UNSUITABLE CONDITIONS FOR TAKING OFF. THE UNFAVORABLE WIND AND TERRAIN CONDITIONS WERE RELATED FACTORS. |
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.
Data source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database ·
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