# Cessna 120 - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 2071402 - Manufacturer (registry): CESSNA - Model: 120 - Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine - Engines: 1 - Seats: 2 - Data sheet: TCDS A-768 - Registered aircraft: 660 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-120 ## ADs that may apply - [AD 2023-10-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-10-02): Indicating/Recording System, Navigation · Boeing 18, 23, 35 and 1,060 more. Effective May 26, 2023 - [AD 2022-08-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-08-03): Flight Compartment Equipment · Textron 120, 140 and 140A. Effective May 17, 2022 - [AD 2022-03-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-03-15): Fuel Quantity Indicator · Garmin G3X Touch Electronic Flight Instrument System (STC SA01899WI). Effective Mar 21, 2022 - [AD 2006-03-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-03-08): Vacuum pumps · Aero Advantage 14-19, 14-19-2, 14-19-3 and 299 more. Effective Mar 10, 2006 - [AD 2004-19-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-19-01): Upper shoulder harness adjusters · Cessna F150G, F150H, F150J and 129 more. Effective Nov 1, 2004 - [AD 96-12-22](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-12-22): Full Flow Engine Oil Adapter · Bellanca CH-300 Pacemaker, 120, 140 and 361 more. Effective Jul 31, 1996 - [AD 96-09-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-09-06): Air Filter Assemblies · Maule Aerospace Technology 7ACA, 7ECA, 7FC and 180 more. Effective Jun 7, 1996 - [AD 81-15-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-15-03): Engine Inlet Air Filters · Replace existing engine induction air filter (Brackett Aero Filters STC SA693CE or SA71GL). Effective Jul 20, 1981 - [AD 79-08-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-08-03): Electrical System · Cessna 120, 140, 140A and 152 more. Effective Jun 6, 1979 - [AD 62-24-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/62-24-03): Cabin Heat System · Lycoming O-235-C1, O-235-C2C, O-290-D, O-290-D2, O-320 engine (Luscombe STC SA4-173 or 5 others). Effective Nov 21, 1962 - [AD 61-25-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/61-25-01): Met-Co-Aire Landing Gear · Cessna 120, 140 and 140A. Effective Dec 20, 1961 - [AD 51-21-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/51-21-01): Rudder Rib Flanges · Cessna 120, 140 and 140A - [AD 50-31-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/50-31-01): Fin Spar Reinforcement · Cessna 120, 140 and 140A - [AD 48-25-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/48-25-03): Wing Drag Wire System · Cessna 120 and 140 - [AD 48-25-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/48-25-02): Welded Exhaust Muffler · Cessna 120 and 140 - [AD 48-07-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/48-07-01): Stabilizer Attaching Bolts · Cessna 120 and 140 - [AD 48-05-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/48-05-04): Operator Limitations Placard · Cessna 120 and 140 - [AD 47-50-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-50-02): Fuselage Bulkhead · Cessna 120 and 140 - [AD 47-43-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-43-08): Beech R003-201 Propeller Blades · Cessna 120 and 140 - [AD 47-43-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-43-06): Aileron Support Ribs · Cessna 120 and 140 - [AD 47-43-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-43-05): Elevator Spar Web Reinforcement · Cessna 120 and 140 - [AD 47-43-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-43-04): Rudder Control Cable Horns · Cessna 120 and 140 - [AD 47-43-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-43-03): Seaplane Spreader Struts · Cessna 120 and 140 - [AD 47-43-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-43-02): Fuel Selector Valve Handle · Cessna 120 and 140 - [AD 47-43-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-43-01): Primer Line Relocation · Cessna 120 and 140 - [AD 47-26-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-26-02): Wing Leading Edge Rework · Cessna 120 and 140 - [AD 47-06-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-06-11): Forward Doorposts Cracks · Cessna 120 and 140 - [AD 47-06-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-06-10): Aileron Carry-Through Bar · Cessna 120 and 140 - [AD 46-44-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-44-05): Engine Mounting Bolts · Cessna 120 and 140 - [AD 46-44-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-44-04): Carburetor Hot Air Ducts · Cessna 120 and 140 - [AD 46-44-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-44-03): Windshield Retaining Channel · Cessna 120 and 140 - [AD 46-44-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-44-02): Safety Belt Bracket Reinforcement · Cessna 120 and 140 - [AD 46-44-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-44-01): Rudder Stop Bolts · Cessna 120 and 140 Historical (superseded or no longer in force): AD 86-26-04 ## NTSB investigations (551, newest 10) From the NTSB's public API. Aircraft are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [NTSB CEN26LA323](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN26LA323), Sep 23, 2026: Cessna 120 (N1888N), Llano, TX, substantial damage, investigation ongoing - [NTSB WPR26LA106](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR26LA106), Feb 20, 2026: Cessna 120 (N72904), Kneeland, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during landing roll on a snow-covered runway. - [NTSB WPR25LA265](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR25LA265), Aug 24, 2025: Cessna 120 (N3151N), Taylor, AZ, substantial damage, investigation ongoing - [NTSB ERA25LA140](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA25LA140), Feb 28, 2025: Cessna 120 (N3080N), Arcadia, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while landing. - [NTSB ANC24LA025](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC24LA025), Apr 21, 2024: Cessna 120 (N77032), Talkeetna, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: A degraded ignition system, which resulted in a total loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was maintenance personnel’s inadequate inspection of the ignition system. - [NTSB CEN23LA098](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN23LA098), Jan 25, 2023: Cessna 120 (N73034), Eagle River, WI, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s decision to takeoff from an unsuitable surface which resulted in collision with an object. - [NTSB WPR22LA336](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR22LA336), Sep 5, 2022: Cessna 120 (N77257), Scappoose, OR, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain airplane control while taxing in gusty wind conditions. - [NTSB CEN22LA358](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN22LA358), Jul 30, 2022: Cessna 120 (N2902N), Mecosta, MI, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s decision to depart on inadequate runway surface conditions that resulted in a loss of control after attempting to abort the takeoff, a runway excursion, and a nose over. - [NTSB WPR22LA242](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR22LA242), Jun 28, 2022: Cessna 120 (N2056V), San Carlos, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. - [NTSB CEN22LA103](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN22LA103), Jan 18, 2022: Cessna 120 (N90129), Sturtevant, WI, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s loss of directional control during the takeoff for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence, which resulted in a runway excursion. All 551: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-120/ntsb ## FAA accident and incident reports (347, newest 10) From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [Accident 20260220005679A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260220005679A), Feb 20, 2026: Cessna 120 (N72904), Kneeland, CA, Substantial damage. On the morning of February 20, 2026 I departed murray field (keka) in eureka, CA At 8:35 a.m. for a quick morning flight to look at the snow on the hills… - [Accident 20250824012559A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250824012559A), Aug 24, 2025: Cessna 120 (N3151N), Taylor, AZ, Substantial damage. On 08/24/2025, a Cessna 120 made an off-airport landing approximately 1.5 miles from Taylor Airport. The FAA became aware of this on 08/25/2025. During… - [Accident 20250228006649A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250228006649A), Feb 28, 2025: Cessna 120 (N3080N), Arcadia, FL, Substantial damage. PIC and sole occupant of aircraft over flew the runway for a teardrop entry into the downwind of runway 24 (X06). As pilot came in for final she stated that… - [Incident 20240703015769I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240703015769I), Jul 3, 2024: Cessna 120 (N2032V), Peachtree City, GA, Minor damage. On July 3, 2024, at approximately 13:18 local time, a Cessna-120 received minor damage following a ground loop during landing rollout on runway 13 at Atlanta… - [Accident 20240421004419A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240421004419A), Apr 21, 2024: Cessna 120 (N77032), Talkeetna, AK, Substantial damage. Pilot sumped both tanks prior to flight and noted approximately six gallons in each wing. Engine was warmed for ten minutes prior to taxi and operation was… - [Accident 20230125000569A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20230125000569A), Jan 25, 2023: Cessna 120 (N73034), Eagle River, WI, Substantial damage. On January 25, 2023 approximetly 1300 CST the pilot of a 1946 Cessna CE-120 was attempting to take off parallel to runway 13 while federal 1500 snow skis were… - [Accident 20221031017999A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20221031017999A), Oct 31, 2022: Cessna 120 (N1834N), Silver Springs, NV, Substantial damage. This accident occurred during flight instruction of a certificated airman wishing to obtain a tailwheel endorsement. This was the airman's first experience… - [Accident 20220905016589A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220905016589A), Sep 5, 2022: Cessna 120 (N77257), Scappoose, OR, Substantial damage. Airman stated that he was praticing take offs and landings at scapoose airport and was in the process of taxiing back for another takeoff when a gust of wind… - [Accident 20220730013739A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220730013739A), Jul 30, 2022: Cessna C120 (N2902N), Mecosta, MI, Substantial damage. On 07/30/2022 at approximately 1035, [privacy data omitted] a cesena C-120 aircraft, [privacy data omitted]operated by a private pilot, received substantial… - [Accident 20220628011479A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220628011479A), Jun 28, 2022: Cessna 120 (N2056V), San Carlos, CA, Destroyed. San Carlos, CA (sql): [privacy data omitted] C120, departed rwy 30, the pilot stated that at about 150-200 feet the engine started running rough and he started… All 347: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-120/incidents ## Complete lists - aircraft: 660, https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-120/aircraft - ads: 34, https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-120/ads - incidents: 347, https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-120/incidents --- From OpenAirDocs.org, an independent open copy of FAA data. Only the Federal Register edition on govinfo.gov is the official legal text of an AD.