Cessna U206F Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 87 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

87

All Events

40

Incidents

11

Minor

7

Serious

28

Fatal (87 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Jun 15, 2009 Islesboro, ME N33243 Minor substantial A loss of engine power due to fuel contamination.
Jun 29, 2008 Santa Rosa, NM N2905Q Fatal (5) destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain safe flying airspeed for undetermined reasons resulting in an inadvertent stall.
Jan 20, 2008 Kissimmee, FL N8JZ Incident substantial The probable cause of this accident is undetermined.
Jun 16, 2007 Chelinda, MI 7Q-YNS Fatal (6) destroyed Investigation pending
Jun 16, 2007 nyika, MI 7Q-YNS Fatal (6) destroyed Investigation pending
Jun 15, 2005 Homer, AK N7138Q Incident substantial
The fracture of the airplane's nose gear scissor during landing, which resulted in a loss of control during the landing roll, and a nose down. A fact…

The fracture of the airplane's nose gear scissor during landing, which resulted in a loss of control during the landing roll, and a nose down. A factor associated with the accident was the loss of nosewheel steering control.

Jun 13, 2005 Skwentna, AK N51205 Serious (1) substantial
The pilot's improper loading of externally carried lumber that caught fire due to exposure to hot exhaust gases during cruise flight, which resulted i…

The pilot's improper loading of externally carried lumber that caught fire due to exposure to hot exhaust gases during cruise flight, which resulted in an emergency descent/landing and subsequent collision with a gravel bar. A factor contributing to the accident was the operator's lack of FAA approval for the external lumber rack that was installed under the belly of the airplane.

Jan 14, 2005 Prevost, WA N8313Q Incident substantial
The pilot not identifying unsafe landing conditions, and his subsequent intentional swerve during the landing roll resulting in impacting a ditch. Co…

The pilot not identifying unsafe landing conditions, and his subsequent intentional swerve during the landing roll resulting in impacting a ditch. Contributing factors were the ice/frost on the grass/dirt one-way runway (1,560 feet in length), the unexpected tail wind gust, and the ditch he encountered after he swerved to avoid going past the end of the runway into trees.

Nov 19, 2004 Bethel, AK N9644G Incident substantial
The pilot's inadequate evaluation of the weather conditions, and his inadequate compensation for the wind conditions, which resulted in a loss of cont…

The pilot's inadequate evaluation of the weather conditions, and his inadequate compensation for the wind conditions, which resulted in a loss of control and subsequent nose over during taxi from landing. A factor contributing to the accident was a tailwind.

Sep 14, 2004 Stanley, ID N20GV Fatal (1) substantial The pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision which resulted in VFR flight into IMC, and his failure to maintain aircraft control.
Jun 27, 2004 Honiton, UK G-BGED Fatal (4) substantial Investigation pending
Jun 02, 2004 Owatonna, MN N81685 Fatal (4) destroyed
The altitude/clearance not maintained by the pilot-in-command during a precision instrument approach. A contributing factor was the instrument meteor…

The altitude/clearance not maintained by the pilot-in-command during a precision instrument approach. A contributing factor was the instrument meteorological conditions.

May 02, 2004 Nanwalek, AK N35860 Incident substantial A loss of directional control for an undetermined reason during takeoff-initial climb, which resulted in the left wing colliding with the ground.
Oct 24, 2003 Edgefield, SC N3007R Serious (1) substantial
The pilot's failure to follow the checklist to ensure the fuel filler cap was secured resulting in fuel starvation and subsequent loss of engine power…

The pilot's failure to follow the checklist to ensure the fuel filler cap was secured resulting in fuel starvation and subsequent loss of engine power.

Sep 14, 2003 Greenville, ME N755FA Fatal (3) substantial
The pilot's improper fuel management by which he failed to position the fuel selector in the proper position and resulted in fuel starvation during th…

The pilot's improper fuel management by which he failed to position the fuel selector in the proper position and resulted in fuel starvation during the initial climb.

Jul 12, 2002 Koliganek, AK N696TK Incident substantial The pilot's premature lift-off which precipitated an in-flight loss of control, and subsequent collision with terrain.
Apr 03, 2002 MATINICUS, ME N1523U Incident substantial
A partially blocked fuel metering unit inlet screen, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power. Also causal, was the operator's lack of inlet …

A partially blocked fuel metering unit inlet screen, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power. Also causal, was the operator's lack of inlet screen inspection procedures.

May 05, 2001 Imnaha, OR N35854 Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions. Wind gusts were a factor.
Nov 16, 2000 Cambridge, ID N8529Q Fatal (2) destroyed Airspeed not maintained and an inadvertent stall while maneuvering. Mountainous terrain was a factor.
Apr 22, 2000 WANAKA, NZ ZKJBJ Fatal (6) destroyed Investigation pending
Apr 13, 2000 DELTA JUNCTION, AK N8255Q Incident substantial The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing. Factors in the accident were snow-covered terrain, and a short runway/landing area.
Oct 31, 1999 CHALLIS, ID N902CT Fatal (4) substantial Aircraft control was not maintained. The pilot's improper decision to abort the landing and flight into a box canyon were factors.
Jun 18, 1999 CIUDAD BOLIVAR, VE YV239 Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Aug 07, 1998 STANLEY, ID N7494Q Incident substantial
The pilot-in-command's not lowering flaps prior to takeoff and overload of the nose landing gear. Contributing factors were high density altitude cond…

The pilot-in-command's not lowering flaps prior to takeoff and overload of the nose landing gear. Contributing factors were high density altitude conditions and high brush.

Sep 07, 1997 STANLEY, ID N7494Q Incident substantial
The pilot's inadequate planning/decision for taking off in the meteorological conditions present at the time. Factors include a high density altitude,…

The pilot's inadequate planning/decision for taking off in the meteorological conditions present at the time. Factors include a high density altitude, gusty winds, downdrafts, and soft terrain in the area of the forced landing.

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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