# Cessna A188

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 2073004
- Manufacturer (registry): CESSNA
- Model: A188
- Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine
- Category: Airplane
- Engines: 1 · Reciprocating
- Seats: 1
- Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb
- Cruise speed: 96 mph
- Certification: Type certificated
- Data sheet: [TCDS A9CE](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A9CE) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Textron Aviation Inc.
- Registered aircraft: 22
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-a188

Model codes come from the FAA registry's reference file. ADs are matched to them by model name and maker.

## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs)

Matched to this model by model name and maker. Each AD's applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or equipment.

- [AD 2023-09-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-09-09): Exhaust Turbine System (Recip) · Aerostar PA-60-600 (Aerostar 600), PA-60-601 (Aerostar 601), PA-60-601P (Aerostar 601P) and 292 more. Effective Jul 17, 2023
- [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 2011-10-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-10-09): Seat Rails and Roller Housing Inspections · Cessna 150A, 150B, 150C and 221 more. Effective Jun 17, 2011
- [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 2000-06-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-06-01): Fuel Strainer Assembly · Cessna 150F, 150G, 150H and 163 more. Effective May 5, 2000
- [AD 97-01-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-01-13): Fuel, Oil and Hydraulic Hoses · Cessna 150, 150A, 150B and 232 more. Effective Feb 3, 1997
- [AD 79-10-14 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-10-14-R1): Fuel Tank Venting · Cessna 140A, 150, 150A and 172 more. Effective May 30, 1988
- [AD 86-24-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/86-24-07): Engine Controls Installation · Cessna 150C, 150D, 150E and 142 more. Effective Jan 7, 1987
- [AD 86-19-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/86-19-11): Contaminated Fuel · Cessna 177, 177A, 177B and 83 more. Effective Oct 4, 1986
- [AD 79-25-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-25-07): Alternator Ground · Cessna 180, 180A, 180B and 95 more. Effective Dec 13, 1979
- [AD 77-04-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/77-04-05): Carburetor Air Intake · Cessna 180, 180A, 180B and 39 more. Effective Mar 1, 1977
- [AD 75-16-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-16-01): Wing Fuel Tanks · Cessna 180, 180A, 180B and 68 more. Effective Jul 30, 1975
- [AD 75-09-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-09-06): Engine Induction Air Duct · Cessna A185E, A185F, A188 and 2 more. Effective May 5, 1975
- [AD 69-04-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/69-04-02): Throttle Bellcrank Bracket · Cessna A188. Effective Mar 3, 1969
- [AD 68-07-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/68-07-07): Rudder Pedal Assembly · Cessna 188, 188A, 188B and 3 more. Effective Apr 11, 1968
- [AD 67-26-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/67-26-04): Altimeters · Bell Helicopter Textron Canada 206A, 150G, 172H (USAF T-41A) and 36 more

Historical (superseded or no longer in force):

- [AD 87-20-03 R2](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-20-03-R2) (historical): Seat Tracks · Cessna 150A, 150B, 150C and 212 more. Effective Sep 24, 1990

## Information bulletins (advisory) (3)

- [SAIB AIR-21-16](https://openairdocs.org/saib/AIR-21-16): FLIGHT COMPARTMENT EQUIPMENT, Cessna Seat Back Attachment Bolt Inspection. Issued Aug 26, 2021
- [SAIB CE-12-14](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-12-14): Three Alternative Methods of Compliance for AD 2011-10-09. Issued Jan 25, 2012
- [SAIB CE-10-40R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-10-40R1): Aircraft Fuel System; water contamination of fuel tank systems on Cessna single engine airplanes. Issued Jul 30, 2010

## Registered aircraft (22)

- [N221AK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N221AK): [Oakwood, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Oakwood), built 1966, S/N 188-0184, Registration pending
- [N351J](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N351J): [Keltz Bennie J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KELTZ%20BENNIE%20J), [Hillsdale, IN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IN/Hillsdale), built 1968, S/N 188-0468
- [N3534Q](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3534Q): [Leatherneck Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LEATHERNECK%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Billings, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Billings), built 1969, S/N 188-0484
- [N3561Q](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3561Q): [Sales Joe H](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SALES%20JOE%20H), [Seminole, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Seminole), built 1969, S/N 188-0511
- [N5539S](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5539S): [Lm Air Patrol Service Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LM%20AIR%20PATROL%20SERVICE%20INC), [Wink, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Wink), built 1966, S/N 188-0039
- [N58235](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N58235): [Collins Wayne J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/COLLINS%20WAYNE%20J), [Lubbock, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Lubbock), built 1966, S/N 188-0033
- [N8000V](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8000V): [Cga Holdings LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CGA%20HOLDINGS%20LLC), [Kalispell, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Kalispell), built 1967, S/N 188-0250
- [N8007V](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8007V): [Jcr Ag LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JCR%20AG%20LLC), [Frederick, OK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OK/Frederick), built 1967, S/N 188-0257
- [N8018V](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8018V): [Light Flight Ltd](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LIGHT%20FLIGHT%20LTD), [Lehighton, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Lehighton), built 1967, S/N 188-0268
- [N8080V](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8080V): [Tri Rotor Spray & Chemical](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TRI%20ROTOR%20SPRAY%20%26%20CHEMICAL), [Ulysses, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Ulysses), built 1968, S/N 188-0330
- [N8081V](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8081V): [Storm Flying Service LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/STORM%20FLYING%20SERVICE%20LLC), [David City, NE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NE/David%20City), built 1968, S/N 188-0331
- [N8147V](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8147V): [Schmitt Rudy](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SCHMITT%20RUDY), [Brookshire, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Brookshire), built 1968, S/N 188-0397
- [N8150V](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8150V): [Schindler Flying Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SCHINDLER%20FLYING%20INC), [Neligh, NE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NE/Neligh), built 1968, S/N 188-0400
- [N8157V](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8157V): [Ready Aim Flyer LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/READY%20AIM%20FLYER%20LLC), [New Castle, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/New%20Castle), built 1968, S/N 188-0407
- [N926LT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N926LT): [Hall Richard M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HALL%20RICHARD%20M), [Scotland, SD](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/SD/Scotland), built 1968, S/N 188-0347
- [N9742V](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9742V): [N9742v LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/N9742V%20LLC), [Ord, NE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NE/Ord), built 1966, S/N 188-0192
- [N9770V](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9770V): [Passmore Stephen B](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PASSMORE%20STEPHEN%20B), [Lacrosse, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Lacrosse), built 1967, S/N 188-0220
- [N9780V](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9780V): [Country Aero LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/COUNTRY%20AERO%20LLC), [Darwin, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Darwin), built 1966, S/N 188-0230
- [N9807V](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9807V): [Lazy T Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LAZY%20T%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Ashland, NE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NE/Ashland), built 1966, S/N 188-0057
- [N9823V](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9823V): [Sundance Aviation Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SUNDANCE%20AVIATION%20INC), [Moriarty, NM](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NM/Moriarty), built 1966, S/N 188-0073
- [N9866V](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9866V): [Hughes Todd R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HUGHES%20TODD%20R), [Rocky Ford, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Rocky%20Ford), built 1966, S/N 188-0116
- [N9875V](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9875V): [Satanta Flying Service Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SATANTA%20FLYING%20SERVICE%20INC), [Satanta, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Satanta), built 1966, S/N 188-0125

## STCs approved for it (131, first 50)

- [STC SA00061LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00061LA): Installation of JPI digital tachometer.. J P Instruments
- [STC SA00068SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00068SE): Installation of fuel flow/pressure instruments. (W/TSIO-360-MB1). Electronics International Inc.
- [STC SA00077LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00077LA): Installation of a modified exhaust system.. Aerospace Welding Minneapolis Inc.
- [STC SA00079NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00079NY): Installation of Airwolf remote mounted engine oil filter kit AFC-K008 on single and multi engine fixed wing light aircraft incorporating Teledyne Continental reciprocating engines of 450 horsepower or less.. Airwolf Filter Corporation
- [STC SA00081NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00081NY): Installation of Iceman Aviation Supplies, Inc. Carburetor Ice Detector.. Alcor LLC
- [STC SA00344BO PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00344BO%20PAGE%201): Installation of Parmetheus Plus LED PAR36 and PAR46 taxi and landing lights.. Whelen Aerospace Technologies
- [STC SA00353BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00353BO): Installation of an auto lean system. Flight Enhancements LLC
- [STC SA00402SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00402SE): Installation of a remote spin-on oil filter adapter. (GC-1B w/Lycoming or Cont 360 engine installed). Aviation Development Corporation
- [STC SA00406WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00406WI): Installation of replacement flap trailing edge bulbs with AOG Drawing. Athena Aircraft, LLC
- [STC SA00409WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00409WI): Installation of McCauley propeller model D3A34C401/90DFA-2 and associated spinner assembly with Teledyne Continental Motors Model IO-520-D or IO-550-D engine and changes.. Air Plains Services Corporation
- [STC SA00419NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00419NY): Installation of cockpit utility light.. Burns Richard G
- [STC SA00432SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00432SE): Installation of EGT 701 series fuel flow instrument.. J P Instruments
- [STC SA00470AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00470AT): Installation of either a Hartzell model PHC-C3YF-1RF/CF8468A( )-6R or PHC-C3YF-1RF/F7691( ) propeller and associated spinner assembly.. Hartzell Propeller Inc
- [STC SA00556AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00556AT): Installation of Appalachian Accessories carbon steel brake discs, P/N AA-27A.. Aviation Products, Inc
- [STC SA00680SE (4 OF 6](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00680SE%20(4%20OF%206): Installation of Electronics International model UBG-16 or UBG-16T bar graph engine analyzer.. Electronics International
- [STC SA00709SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00709SE): Installation of replacement control surface skin panels.. Athena Aircraft, LLC
- [STC SA00780SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00780SE): Installation of the True Lock Safety Retention Axle Lock Nut System. True Lock LLC
- [STC SA00858DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00858DE): Installation of inspection panels on the left and right side of the aft fuselage. Aeropod, Inc.
- [STC SA00861SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00861SE): Installation of J.P. Instruments (JPI) fuel flow indicating system. J P Instruments
- [STC SA00897WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00897WI): Installation of Concorde Battery Corporation (VRSLA) Valve regulated sealed lead acid battery.. Aero-Mach Wilco LLC
- [STC SA0092DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA0092DE): Installation of Replacement Exhaust System. (A188, A188A, A188B SEE LIMITATIONS). Air Care Systems, Inc
- [STC SA01074WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01074WI): Installation of McFarlane Aviation Flap Roller Assembly Service Kit MCSK100. McFarlane Aviation, Inc.
- [STC SA01085LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01085LA): Installation of the VNS 1000 Voice Navigation System.. VNS Incorporated
- [STC SA01118WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01118WI): Installation of the Concorde FLA or VRSLA RG series batteries. Concorde Battery Corporation
- [STC SA01157LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01157LA): Installation of Electronics International Model FP-5 or FP-5L fuel flow/fuel pressure instrument as a replacement instrument.. Electronics International Inc.
- [STC SA01258SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01258SE): Installation of the Automatic Flagman Dispenser Models in accordance with Automatic Flagman Master Drawing Lists specified in attached AML, or later FAA approved revision.This STC supercedes several existing STC s as listed in the notes on the attached AML.. R-S Sales Inc.
- [STC SA01280CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01280CH): Installation of Challenger Spin-On Oil Filters.(For Cessna 182 model, s/n 67042 and up) (For Cessna 421C model, s/n 1017 thru 1404). D & K Aviation
- [STC SA01380CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01380CH): Installation of wing fuel tank quick valve drains.. Storehouse LLC
- [STC SA01636SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01636SE): Manufacture of  Alaskan Bushwheel tail wheel and fork assembly.. ABI, LLC
- [STC SA01669CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01669CH): Installation of Challenger Reusable Air Filter. Challenger Aviation Products Inc.
- [STC SA01734SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01734SE): Application of Stewart Systems synthetic fabric covering system to aircraft fuselage, wings, tail surfaces, control surfaces and related parts.. Andrew D. Humphrey
- [STC SA01800SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01800SE): Fabrication and installation of new or replacement of  existing instrument panel lights dimmer control.. TCW Technologies, LLC
- [STC SA01861SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01861SE): Fabrication and installation of Landing Light Controller. TCW Technologies, LLC
- [STC SA01967WI (3 OF3)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01967WI%20(3%20OF3)): Use of GAMI G100UL High Octane Unleaded Avgas. General Aviation Modifications Inc.
- [STC SA01988SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01988SE): Installation of Electronics International Inc. Glass Panel Engine Monitor (with In-Flight Data) MVP-50P.. Electronics International Inc.
- [STC SA02033AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02033AT): Modification to install an air-oil separator to prevent oil from being aspirated from the engine breather line.. M-20 Oil Separators LLC
- [STC SA02072AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02072AK): Installation of hourmeter airspeed switch.. Avalaska Inc
- [STC SA02110CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02110CH): Installation of a Time Trac Data Recorder. P2 Incorporated
- [STC SA02212AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02212AK): Replacement of existing landing and/or taxi light reflector and bulbs with high intensity discharge (HID) lighting systems. Seaplanes North LLC
- [STC SA02268CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02268CH): Installation of Airwolf Filter Corp. Air Oil Separator. Airwolf Filter Corporation
- [STC SA02283SE PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02283SE%20PAGE%201): Installation of Electronics International Inc. Glass Panel Engine Monitor (with In Flight Data) CGR-30P. Electronics International Inc.
- [STC SA02386AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02386AK): Replacement of existing landing and/or taxi light reflector and bulbs with Light Emitting Diode (LED) lighting systems. AeroLED's Holding LLC
- [STC SA02402SE PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02402SE%20PAGE%201): Installation of Electronics International Inc. Glass Panel Engine Monitor (with In-Flight Data) CGR-30C. Electronics International Inc.
- [STC SA02428SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02428SE): Installation of an Air Stream Switch for an electric time recording device on non-pressurized aircraft. Henry F Rogers/David E Polley
- [STC SA02442AK PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02442AK%20PAGE%201): Approval of the L-3 Communications NGT 2000/2500 ADS-B system. ADS-B Technologies, LLC
- [STC SA02444AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02444AK): Approval of the L-3 Communications NGT 9000/9000R ADS-B system installed. ADS-B Technologies LLC
- [STC SA02511CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02511CH): Installation of Saf-Air Products fuel quick drain backing plate C187 and fuel drain valve B187. Saf-Air Products Inc.
- [STC SA02520AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02520AT): Installation of M-20 Oil Separator, model 600-WP.. M-20 Oil Separators LLC
- [STC SA02553AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02553AK): Fabrication and installation of a Tail Wheel Anti-Shimmy Dampener. Keller Engineering Group LLC
- [STC SA02738CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02738CH): Installation of L-3 Communications Avionics Systems. Acron Aviation Inc.

All 131: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-a188/stcs.md

## NTSB investigations (159, newest 50)

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 CEN24LA274](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN24LA274), Jul 15, 2024: Cessna A188 (N9807V), David City, NE, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff.
- [NTSB ERA16FA316](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA16FA316), Sep 16, 2016: Cessna A188 (N3547Q), Alapaha, GA, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering at low altitude during aerial application operations, which resulted in the airplane exceeding its critical angle-of-attack and…
- [NTSB CEN14LA331](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN14LA331), Jun 27, 2014: Cessna A188 (N8157V), Arlington, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The total loss of engine power due to a loose oil filter adapter, which resulted in oil starvation. Contributing to the accident was maintenance personnel’s failure to comply with a Federal Aviation…
- [NTSB CEN12CA280](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12CA280), May 8, 2012: Cessna A188 (N3557Q), Sterling, IL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's runway selection based on the wind conditions.
- [NTSB CEN11CA631](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11CA631), Aug 16, 2011: Cessna A188 (N9742V), Ord, NE, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's loss of directional control during a crosswind takeoff.
- [NTSB CHI07CA148](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI07CA148), May 19, 2007: Cessna A188 (N926LT), Scotland, SD, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot not maintaining adequate airspeed during takeoff, which resulted in an inadvertent stall. Factors contributing to the accident were the sudden wind shift and the low altitude at which the…
- [NTSB CHI03LA271](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI03LA271), Aug 20, 2003: Cessna 188A (N8150V), Freeman, SD, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control and clearance during landing roll. Additional factors included the pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing, the crosswind and the corn…
- [NTSB FTW02LA267](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW02LA267), Sep 27, 2002: Cessna A188 (N9710V), Wellington, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The loss of engine power for an undetermined reason.
- [NTSB DEN00LA140](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN00LA140), Jul 29, 2000: Cessna A188 (N8188V), Gallup, NM, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to compensate for the wind conditions. Factors were the pilot's selection of the wrong runway, and the tailwind/crosswind weather conditions.
- [NTSB SEA97LA143](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA97LA143), Jun 17, 1997: Cessna A188 (N9766V), Richland, WA, substantial damage. Probable cause: the pilot's failure to maintain airspeed. Inadequate in-flight planning and high obstructions that restricted evasive maneuvers were factors.
- [NTSB FTW97LA065](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA065), Dec 17, 1996: Cessna A188 (N9860V), La Porte, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: loss of engine power for undetermined reason(s). A factor relating to the accident was: the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.
- [NTSB ATL95LA111](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL95LA111), Jun 15, 1995: Cessna 188D (N8035V), Athens, AL, destroyed. Probable cause: THE PILOT'S INADEQUATE LOOKOUT, AND HIS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN CLEARANCE FROM THE UTILITY LINE.
- [NTSB SEA94LA158](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA94LA158), Jun 22, 1994: Cessna A188 (N9879V), Cut Bank, MT, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO ADEQUATELY COMPENSATE FOR WIND CONDITIONS. THE CROSSWIND AND THE DITCH WERE FACTORS.
- [NTSB FTW94LA012](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW94LA012), Oct 15, 1993: Cessna A188 (N8020V), Burleson, TX, destroyed. Probable cause: WAS THE PILOT'S INADVERTENT ENTRY INTO A STALL. A FACTOR WAS HIS ABRUPT MANEUVERING OF THE AIRPLANE AT LOW ALTITUDE.
- [NTSB DEN92LA090](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN92LA090), Sep 3, 1992: Cessna A188 (N8041V), Burlington, CO, destroyed. Probable cause: FRACTURED CONNECTING ROD. A FACTOR WAS: THE LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN FOR THE FORCED LANDING.
- [NTSB FTW92DPG13](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW92DPG13), Aug 6, 1992: Cessna A188 (N9858V), Forrest City, AR, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN CLEARANCE WITH THE TREES.
- [NTSB FTW91DRG02](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW91DRG02), May 9, 1991: Cessna 188 (N8184V), La Feria, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE PILOT EXCEEDED THE PROPER DESCENT RATE.
- [NTSB CHI91DCQ04](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91DCQ04), Mar 8, 1991: Cessna A-188 (N8189V), Harper, KS, substantial damage, 1 fatal. Probable cause: THE PILOT INADVERTENTLY STALLING THE AIRPLANE.
- [NTSB FTW90DPG10](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW90DPG10), Aug 23, 1990: Cessna 188A (N3566Q), Hunter, AR, destroyed. Probable cause: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN PROPER CLEARANCE ABOVE THE CROPS.
- [NTSB ATL88DKG09](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL88DKG09), Jul 10, 1988: Cessna 188 (N3525Q), Garfield, GA, destroyed, 1 fatal
- [NTSB DEN88LA146](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN88LA146), Jul 3, 1988: Cessna 188 (N3546Q), Sentinel Butte, ND, destroyed
- [NTSB DEN88DTM01](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN88DTM01), Mar 2, 1988: Cessna 188 (N8073V), Riverton, UT, destroyed
- [NTSB DEN87DTG01](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN87DTG01), Aug 4, 1987: Cessna 188 (N3530Q), Valley City, ND, substantial damage
- [NTSB MKC87LA100](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC87LA100), May 1, 1987: Cessna 188 (N9858V), Ottawa, KS, substantial damage
- [NTSB SEA86LA198](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA86LA198), Aug 14, 1986: Cessna 188 (N5506S), Easton, WA, substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX84LUJ02](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX84LUJ02), Aug 27, 1984: Cessna 188A (N8138V), Salome, AZ, substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC84LA166](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC84LA166), May 10, 1984: Cessna C188 (N8113V), Seneca Falls, NY, substantial damage
- [NTSB DEN83LA146](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN83LA146), Jun 19, 1983: Cessna 188A (N9789V), Burlington, WY, substantial damage
- [NTSB ATL82DA260](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL82DA260), Sep 1, 1982: Cessna A188 (N9759V), Hillsboro, AL, destroyed
- [NTSB ATL82DA186](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL82DA186), Jul 6, 1982: Cessna A188 (N3530Q), Statesboro, GA, substantial damage
- [NTSB MKC82DA107](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC82DA107), Jun 18, 1982: Cessna A188 (N3503Q), Appleton City, MO, substantial damage
- [NTSB CHI82FA174](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI82FA174), May 19, 1982: Cessna A188 (N9819V), Blue Earth, MN, destroyed, 1 fatal
- [NTSB NYC82FHD12](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC82FHD12), May 16, 1982: Cessna 188A (N3520Q), Winslow, NJ, substantial damage
- [NTSB CHI81DER44](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI81DER44), Jun 12, 1981: Cessna A188 (N8155V), Thief Rvr Fall, MN, destroyed
- [NTSB LAX81FUJ45](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX81FUJ45), Apr 1, 1981: Cessna A188 (N8009V), San Manuel, AZ, destroyed
- [NTSB LAX80FUJ73](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX80FUJ73), May 28, 1980: Cessna A188 (N9799V), Parker, AZ, substantial damage
- [NTSB MIA80FLT01](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA80FLT01), Feb 27, 1980: Cessna 188 (N8148V), Tunica, MS, destroyed, 1 fatal
- [NTSB IAD79FLJ14](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD79FLJ14), Aug 19, 1979: Cessna A188 (N3532Q), Merritt, NC, substantial damage
- [NTSB MKC79DCJ26](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC79DCJ26), Jul 15, 1979: Cessna 188A (N8131V), Bassett, NE, substantial damage
- [NTSB FTW78FRA39](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW78FRA39), Sep 7, 1978: Cessna 188A (N9863V), Louise, TX, destroyed
- [NTSB OAK78FVA67](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK78FVA67), Aug 1, 1978: Cessna A188 (N8003V), Chowchilla, CA, substantial damage
- [NTSB MIA78FKG55](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA78FKG55), Jul 3, 1978: Cessna 188 (N3536Q), Brooklet, GA, destroyed
- [NTSB SEA78DYP25](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA78DYP25), Mar 27, 1978: Cessna 188 (N8070V), Fairfield, WA, substantial damage
- [NTSB SEA78FYP15](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA78FYP15), Mar 15, 1978: Cessna A188 (N5501S), Moxee, WA, destroyed
- [NTSB OAK78FVA28](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK78FVA28), Feb 24, 1978: Cessna A188 (N8149V), Gustine, CA, substantial damage
- [NTSB OAK78DVM10](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK78DVM10), Jan 27, 1978: Cessna 188 (N9705V), Castroville, CA, destroyed
- [NTSB MIA77FKJ80](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA77FKJ80), Sep 3, 1977: Cessna 188 (N3564Q), Coosada, AL, destroyed
- [NTSB OAK77FVM23](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK77FVM23), Aug 19, 1977: Cessna A188 (N9705V), Hollister, CA, substantial damage
- [NTSB MIA77FLG26](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA77FLG26), Aug 6, 1977: Cessna A188B (N5854G), Livingston, SC, destroyed
- [NTSB SEA77DYA29](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA77DYA29), Jul 11, 1977: Cessna 188A (N8088V), Ontario, OR, destroyed

All 159: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-a188/ntsb.md

## FAA accident and incident reports (98, newest 50)

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 20240715008569A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240715008569A), Jul 15, 2024: Cessna A188 (N9807V), David City, NE, Substantial damage. The pilot was on takeoff roll when he applied forward stick and raised the tail off of the runway. The plane maintained runway heading for a few seconds prior…
- [Accident 20160916023089A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20160916023089A), Sep 16, 2016: Cessna A188 (N3547Q), Alapaha, GA, Destroyed, 1 fatal. On 09/16/2016, about 09:15, aircraft N3547Q a Cessna A188, s/n 188-0497, was destroyed when it impacted the ground while performing agricultural maneuvers in…
- [Accident 20120508008799A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20120508008799A), May 8, 2012: Cessna A188 (N3557Q), Rockfalls, IL, Substantial damage. First flight of the day. Pilot checked wx night before accident. Pilot stated he over flew airport from his base located to the south, and noticed wind from…
- [Accident 20110816021369A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110816021369A), Aug 16, 2011: Cessna A188 (N9742V), Ord, NE, Substantial damage. During the takeoff roll, the pilot lost control on runway 31 at Ord, Nebraska, and exited the runway, doing substantial damage to the left wing. The left…
- [Accident 20070519018599A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20070519018599A), May 19, 2007: Cessna A188 (N926LT), Scotland, SD, Substantial damage. (-23) During takeoff, the aircraft could not stay airborne and came to rest beyond the boundary of the airfield. The right wing separated from the aircraft and…
- [Incident 20030828030099I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20030828030099I), Aug 28, 2003: Cessna A188 (N926LT), Scotland, SD, Minor damage. (-23) On 08-28-2003 at approximately 1900 CDT (0100Z) Cessna 188-A188 aircraft, N926LT, had an incident after take off. The pilot attempted to take off with…
- [Accident 20030819020009A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20030819020009A), Aug 19, 2003: Cessna A188 (N8150V), Freeman, SD, Substantial damage. (-23) Pilot carrol langeland ground looped N8150V, CE-188 while landing at Freeman, south dakota. The pilot escaped without injuries, while the aircraft…
- [Incident 20030127003489I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20030127003489I), Jan 27, 2003: Cessna A188 (N8091V), Moriarty, NM, Minor damage. (-23) On jan. 27, 2003 at 1200 MDT, a Cessna 188-A188, N8091V registered to sundance aviation inc. nosed over after landing at the Moriarty Airport (0E0),…
- [Accident 20020927026689A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020927026689A), Sep 27, 2002: Cessna A188 (N9710V), Wellington, TX, Destroyed. (-23) On September 27, 2002, at 11:05 CDT, a Cessna 188, single engine, agricultural airplane, N9710V made an emergency landing in a pasture approximately five…
- [Incident 20020821034419I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020821034419I), Aug 21, 2002: Cessna A188 (N9823V), Uvalde, TX, Minor damage. (-23) 32. Other - this incident folder will be reviewed by the sat-fsdo safety program manager. On August 21, 2002, at 1330 CST, a Cessna, model A188 received…
- [Accident 20000728009159A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000728009159A), Jul 28, 2000: Cessna A188 (N8188V), Gallup, NM, Substantial damage. (-23) On July 28, 2000, at approx. 1900 MDT, a Cessna 188, N8188V landed on runway 24 at the Gallup muni airport in Gallup, NM. While on a ferry flight from…
- [Incident 19990923029879I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990923029879I), Sep 23, 1999: Cessna A188 (N8074V), Franklin, VA, Minor damage. (-23) Aircraft departed Franklin airport, Virginia, (fkn) to conduct aerial spraying with full fuel and full hopper. Two hours into the spraying the pilot…
- [Accident 19970617014319A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970617014319A), Jun 17, 1997: Cessna A188 (N9766V), Richland, WA, Substantial damage. Crashed during aerial application.
- [Accident 19961217039539A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19961217039539A), Dec 17, 1996: Cessna A188 (N9860V), La Porte, TX, Substantial damage. Banner tow flight. Landing lost power. Dropped banner. No restart. Landed off airport. Hit trees. Cause unknown. (-23) pilot stated: during the return flight…
- [Incident 19950803031089I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950803031089I), Aug 3, 1995: Cessna A188 (N3547Q), Carlinville, IL, Minor damage. Eight inches prop blade separated. Landed in cornfield. Fatigue crack failure.
- [Accident 19950615017799A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950615017799A), Jun 15, 1995: Cessna A188 (N8035V), Athens, AL, Destroyed. Tried to fly under power lines at end of spray run. Collided with them and fell to ground.
- [Incident 19940928037559I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19940928037559I), Sep 28, 1994: Cessna A188 (N926LT), Martin, SD, Minor damage. Non current pilot taxied high speed to check tire balance. Wind gust and pilot laxity resulted in a ground loop.
- [Incident 19940402012229I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19940402012229I), Apr 2, 1994: Cessna A188 (N9823V), Marfa, TX, Minor damage. Lost directional control on rollout. Tailwheel not functioning properly on landing.
- [Accident 19931015039559A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19931015039559A), Oct 15, 1993: Cessna A188 (N8020V), Fort Worth, TX, Substantial damage. Missed banner pickup. Steep bank on go around. Stalled. Recovered stalled again and crashed.
- [Accident 19920903039149A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920903039149A), Sep 3, 1992: Cessna A188 (N8041V), Burlington, CO, Destroyed. Catastrophic engine failure on spray run. Cartwheeled landing in cornfield. Connecting rod put hole in engine case.
- [Accident 19920806029549A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920806029549A), Aug 6, 1992: Cessna A188 (N9858V), Forrest City, AR, Destroyed, 1 fatal. Struck trees,crashed and burned on a procedure turn around. Flaps found full down. No witnesses.
- [Accident 19910519016559A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19910519016559A), May 19, 1991: Cessna A188 (N8184V), Laferia, TX, Substantial damage. Letting down over trees to spray a field encountered downdraft and hit ground after clearing trees.
- [Accident 19910308004879A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19910308004879A), Mar 8, 1991: Cessna A188 (N8189V), Harper, KS, Substantial damage, 1 fatal. Pitched up,rolled and impacted ground vertically during a spray run. Cause not determined.
- [Accident 19900823035339A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900823035339A), Aug 23, 1990: Cessna A188B (N3566Q), Hunter, AR, Substantial damage. Watching wing clearance from trees at edge of spray field wheels caught in crop and flipped aircraft on its back.
- [Incident 19890707036429I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890707036429I), Jul 7, 1989: Cessna A188 (N9879V), Cutbank, MT, Minor damage. Struck a powerline wire while conducting agricultural aerial spraying. Minor damage to left wing tip.
- [Incident 19880824040309I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880824040309I), Aug 24, 1988: Cessna A188 (N9751V), O'Donnell, TX, Minor damage. Struck a powerline while spraying a cotton field. Forced landing. Main gear sheared. Prop blades bent.
- [Incident 19880815033019I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880815033019I), Aug 15, 1988: Cessna A188 (N9860V), Stockton, CA, Minor damage. Pilot made a hard landing and sheared off right gear. Physical out of date.
- [Accident 19880710025869A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880710025869A), Jul 10, 1988: Cessna A188 (N3525Q), Garfield, GA, Destroyed, 1 fatal. Test flying aircraft without cowling, flew across a pond and touched water. Came out of a loop and impacted ground.
- [Accident 19880702024999A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880702024999A), Jul 2, 1988: Cessna A188 (N3546Q), Sentinel Butte, ND, Destroyed. Entered area of turbulence near a thunderstorm, got in a downdraft. Unable to recover hit ground. Aircraft burned.
- [Accident 19880302006349A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880302006349A), Mar 2, 1988: Cessna A188 (N8073V), South Jordon, UT, Destroyed. Engine quit on a spray run. Stalled and impacted near vertical. Fuel tanks were empty.
- [Accident 19870804043149A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870804043149A), Aug 4, 1987: Cessna A188 (N3530Q), Valley City, ND, Substantial damage. The agricultural spray aircraft landed in sunflowers after engine failure. Fuel bladder collapsed, blocking vent.
- [Accident 19870501012319A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870501012319A), May 1, 1987: Cessna A188 (N9858V), Ottawa, KS, Substantial damage. The engine failed and the aircraft hit a fence on landing. The fuel line was found loose at the main filter.
- [Accident 19860813085749A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860813085749A), Aug 13, 1986: Cessna A188 (N5506S), Easton, WA, Substantial damage. The engine lost power and the glider towplane struck trees during abort. Teflon tape found blocking fuel pump port
- [Incident 19850726056849I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19850726056849I), Jul 26, 1985: Cessna A188 (N9896V), Brunswick, GA, Minor damage. Landed in field after engine malfunctioned. Number 2 cylinder connecting rod failed.
- [Accident 19840826044129A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19840826044129A), Aug 26, 1984: Cessna A188 (N8138V), Salome, AZ, Substantial damage. Pilot claims dust from propellor caused obstruction to pilots vision and aircraft wheel struck mound of dirt.
- [Accident 19840510023099A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19840510023099A), May 10, 1984: Cessna A188 (N8113V), Seneca Falls, NY, Substantial damage. Pilot overcompensated for variable gusty wind after wheel landing. Tail came up and aircraft went over on back.
- [Accident 19830619025829A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19830619025829A), Jun 19, 1983: Cessna 188CESSNA (N9789V), Burlington, WY, Substantial damage. Swerved to avoid a deer on takeoff. Ran down embankment through trees. No ag operators certificate.
- [Accident 19820901043419A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19820901043419A), Sep 1, 1982: Cessna 188CESSNA (N9759V), Hillsboro, AL, Destroyed. Wing caught in cotton during a spray run. Aircraft cartwheeled and burned. Severe gusty surface wind.
- [Incident 19820707039179I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19820707039179I), Jul 7, 1982: Cessna A188 (N9770V), Mccall, ID, Minor damage. Engine failed and pilot made emergency landing. Inspection found rod broke and came through top of case.
- [Accident 19820706026029A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19820706026029A), Jul 6, 1982: Cessna A188 (N3530Q), Statesboro, GA, Substantial damage. Pilot lost directional control during landing and aircraft ground looped.
- [Accident 19820618023209A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19820618023209A), Jun 18, 1982: Cessna 188CESSNA (N3503Q), Appleton City, MO, Substantial damage. Pilot attempted landing on road, wing caught in vegetation and caused aircraft to pull to the side causing crash.
- [Accident 19820519016709A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19820519016709A), May 19, 1982: Cessna A188 (N9819V), Blue Earth, MN, Destroyed. Ag aircraft hit tree on first pass during spraying operation.
- [Accident 19820516015859A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19820516015859A), May 16, 1982: Cessna A188 (N3520Q), Winslow Townshi, NJ, Substantial damage. Crash occurred during emergency landing due to fuel exhaustion.
- [Accident 19810612032579A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19810612032579A), Jun 12, 1981: Cessna A188 (N8155V), Thief River Fal, MN, Destroyed. Unable to climb after takeoff. Stalled into tree tops. Factors early liftoff, full load, climbing turn, downdraft.
- [Accident 19810401013229A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19810401013229A), Apr 1, 1981: Cessna 188CESSNA (N8009V), San Manuel, AZ, Destroyed. Aircraft crashed during procedure turn while spraying field. Terrain may have been a factor.
- [Accident 19800528023269A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19800528023269A), May 28, 1980: Cessna A188 (N9799V), Parker, AZ, Substantial damage. Pilot lost aileron control. Found right aileron rod assembly to aileron bellcrank was not connected to aileron.
- [Incident 19800407047929I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19800407047929I), Apr 7, 1980: Cessna 188CESSNA (N8129V), Perris, CA, Minor damage. Crop duster struck guy wire, damaging prop.
- [Accident 19800227003539A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19800227003539A), Feb 27, 1980: Cessna 188ACESSNA (N8148V), Tunica, MS, Destroyed. Ag airplane struck radio tower enroute to spray area. Possible pilot impairment due to diabetes and medicines.
- [Accident 19790819024609A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19790819024609A), Aug 19, 1979: Cessna A188 (N3532Q), Merrit, NC, Substantial damage. Engine quit on spray test flght. Found magneto idler gear came off. Improperly secured.
- [Accident 19790715015699A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19790715015699A), Jul 15, 1979: Cessna 188ACESSNA (N8131V), Bassett, NE, Substantial damage. Unable to maintain flt after takeoff due to hot day, heavy load. Pilot unskilledin aircraft.

All 98: https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-a188/incidents.md

## Service difficulty reports (4)

As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report.

- [SDR CA010724023](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA010724023), Jul 10, 2001: ARM. BROKEN. (CAN) RUDDER PEDAL PEDASTAL BROKEN ON LANDING. FOUND THE PEDAL ARM BROKEN DUE TO CORROSION
- [SDR CA990401010](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA990401010), Mar 25, 1999: SPAR. CRACKED. (CAN) REAR SPAR CRACK IN THE RADIUS AT THE ROOT ATTACH POINT.
- [SDR CA990401009](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA990401009), Mar 25, 1999: SPAR. CRACKED. (CAN) REAR SPAR CRACK IN RADIUS AT ROOT ATTACH POINT. ALSO A FRONT SPAR CRACK IN RADIUS AT ROOT ATTACH POINT.
- [SDR 96ZZZX4931](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX4931), Sep 5, 1996: HUB. CRACKED. UPON CHEMICAL STRIPPING AND VISUAL INSPECTION, A CRACK WAS DISCOVERED IN THE BLADE RETENTION THREADS.

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