# NTSB investigations: Cessna T188C

A list on [Cessna T188C](https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-t188c.md).

Matched to the registry by N-number and event date, newest first.

Page 1 of 4 · 157 investigations

- [NTSB CEN26LA286](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN26LA286.md): Cessna T188C · Randolph, NE · Accident · No injuries · Class 4 · Limited · Final report · Aug 1, 2026 · N9998J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from a tree during a low-level aerial application flight.
- [NTSB CEN25FA273](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN25FA273.md): Cessna T188C · Oregon, IL · Accident · 1 fatal · Class 3 · Field · Preliminary report · Jul 22, 2025 · N2802J · Substantial damage
  > On July 22, 2025, about 0930 central daylight time, a Cessna T188C, N2802J, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Oregon, Illinois. The pilot was fatally injured. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations…
- [NTSB ERA25LA243](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA25LA243.md): Cessna T188C · Mount Gilead, OH · Accident · No injuries · Class 4 · Limited · Final report · Jun 26, 2025 · N3619J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed while in a turn during initial climb and the exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall at a low altitude.
- [NTSB CEN20LA271](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN20LA271.md): Cessna T188 · Dustin, OK · Accident · 1 fatal · Class 3 · Limited · Final report · Jul 10, 2020 · N2690J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s continued takeoff without ensuring obstacles could be avoided due to his use of a sedating medication, which likely diminished his reaction time and flying performance.
- [NTSB CEN20CA229](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN20CA229.md): Cessna T188 · McCurtain, OK · Accident · Serious injuries · Class 4 · Data collection · Final report · Jun 12, 2020 · N2085J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain the proper airspeed during a low altitude aerial application maneuver and his exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack, which resulted in an aerodymanic stall at too low of an altiutde to recover.
- [NTSB GAA19CA454](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA19CA454.md): Cessna T188 · Deshler, NE · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 24, 2019 · N3367J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from wires during low-altitude maneuvering.
- [NTSB CEN19LA225](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN19LA225.md): Cessna T188 · Knox, IN · Accident · Serious injuries · Class 3 · Limited · Final report · Jul 14, 2019 · N2863J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and loss of airplane control.
- [NTSB WPR15CA173](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR15CA173.md): Cessna T188C · Ismay, MT · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 31, 2015 · N9987J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's incorrect action to continue the takeoff when he failed to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll.
- [NTSB CEN15LA250](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN15LA250.md): Cessna T188C · Pine Bluffs, WY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 27, 2015 · N1965J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's loss of directional control to the right for reasons that could not be determined during examination of the right main landing gear wheel and brake drum.
- [NTSB CEN15CA184](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN15CA184.md): Cessna T188C · Burdett, KS · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 28, 2015 · N2093J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot did not maintain directional control of the airplane in gusting wind conditions.
- [NTSB CEN14LA480](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN14LA480.md): Cessna 188 · Hearne, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 16, 2014 · N878C · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from a crop.
- [NTSB WPR13LA230](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13LA230.md): Cessna T188C · Pine Bluffs, WY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 15, 2013 · N2167J · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power during takeoff for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the airframe and engine did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
- [NTSB WPR11CA196](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11CA196.md): Cessna T188C · Palouse, WA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 13, 2011 · N4562J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate evaluation of the wind conditions at takeoff and failure to maintain an adequate airspeed, which resulted in a stall and collision with terrain during the initial climb.
- [NTSB WPR10LA472](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10LA472.md): Cessna T188C · Craigmont, ID · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 3, 2010 · N9980J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
- [NTSB CEN10LA450](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10LA450.md): Cessna T188C · Montezuma, IN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 29, 2010 · N2085J · Substantial damage
  > The total loss of engine power due to an insufficient fastener preload that led to the failure of the No. 2 connecting rod assembly.
- [NTSB WPR09LA281](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09LA281.md): Cessna T188C · Rock Springs, MT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 31, 2009 · N9955J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's decision to attempt to takeoff in crosswind conditions that exceeded the airplane’s demonstrated crosswind capability.
- [NTSB CHI08CA218](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA218.md): Cessna T188C · Marion, IA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 28, 2008 · N3419J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot not maintaining airspeed while performing an aerial application maneuver and the inadvertent stall he encountered. Contributing to the accident was the gust of wind during the maneuver.
- [NTSB DEN07LA135](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN07LA135.md): Cessna T188C · Colby, KS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 20, 2007 · N2870J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the take-off roll resulting in a ground loop.
- [NTSB SEA07LA166](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA07LA166.md): Cessna T188C · Rock Springs, MT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 10, 2007 · N2535J · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the left main landing gear due to fatigue.
- [NTSB LAX06CA022](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX06CA022.md): Cessna T188C · Beatty, NV · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 29, 2005 · N2876J · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's inadequate compensation for gusty wind conditions and failure to maintain directional control of the airplane on the landing roll.
- [NTSB DEN05LA075](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN05LA075.md): Cessna T188C · Fowler, CO · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 14, 2005 · N666DB · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain visual lookout and clearance, resulting in an in-flight collision with transmission lines.
- [NTSB FTW04LA214](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04LA214.md): Cessna T188C · Heth, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 16, 2004 · N9314J · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB DEN04CA080](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN04CA080.md): Cessna T188C · Lamar, CO · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 25, 2004 · N2030J · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons and the pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed which resulted in a stall. Contributing to the accident was the low altitude.
- [NTSB FTW03LA199](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW03LA199.md): Cessna T188C · Colorado City, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 20, 2003 · N3872J · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power due to failure of the crankshaft. A contributing factor was low altitude flight.
- [NTSB FTW03LA025](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW03LA025.md): Cessna T188C · Seminole, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 29, 2002 · N4779J · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB CHI02LA276](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI02LA276.md): Cessna T188C · Olivia, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 10, 2002 · N9432J · Substantial damage
  > The fouled spark plugs and the terrain condition encountered during the aborted takeoff.
- [NTSB SEA02LA138](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA02LA138.md): Cessna T188C · Choteau, MT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 29, 2002 · N2802J · Substantial damage
  > Fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's inattention to fuel consumption (flight duration) which resulted in a total loss of power and subsequent hard landing.
- [NTSB FTW02LA109](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW02LA109.md): Cessna 188 · Forrest City, AR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 24, 2002 · N9454J · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain clearance with a light pole and power lines during an aerial application flight.
- [NTSB FTW01LA210](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW01LA210.md): Cessna T188C · Aiken, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 27, 2001 · N4629J · Substantial damage
  > the application of silicon sealant to the crankcase mating surfaces by maintenance personnel, which resulted in improper torque on the bolts which mate the crankcase halves, vibration, and the subsequent failure of the #2 main crankshaft bearing. A factor was…
- [NTSB MIA00LA256](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA00LA256.md): Cessna T188C · Furman, SC · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 31, 2000 · N9566J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to ensure the aircraft contained adequate fuel to complete the flight resulting in loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion and damage to the aircraft during the subsequent forced landing.
- [NTSB CHI00LA198](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI00LA198.md): Cessna T188C · Rock Dell, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 15, 2000 · N9957J · Substantial damage
  > the failure of the pilot to maintain clearance with the terrain.
- [NTSB CHI00LA144](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI00LA144.md): Cessna C-T188C · Elgin, ND · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 22, 2000 · N2075J · Substantial damage
  > the failure of the pilot in command to maintain clearance with the ground during an aerial application.
- [NTSB FTW99LA168](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW99LA168.md): Cessna T188C · Panhandle, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 11, 1999 · N9659J · Substantial damage
  > The partial loss of engine power as a result of the low compression in the number 5 cylinder. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
- [NTSB ATL99LA087](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL99LA087.md): Cessna T188C · Bruce, MS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 14, 1999 · N1994J · Substantial damage
  > The loss of lubrication to the number 2 connecting rod due to the shifted bearing that resulted in the total loss of engine power.
- [NTSB LAX99LA182](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX99LA182.md): Cessna T188C · Stovepipe Wells, CA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 11, 1999 · N9603J · Substantial damage
  > fuel exhaustion resulting from the pilot becoming lost and disoriented on a cross-country flight.
- [NTSB CHI99LA128](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI99LA128.md): Cessna T-188C · Dalton, NE · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 13, 1999 · N2173J · Substantial damage
  > the improper adjustment of the fuel pump by maintenance personnel. Factors to the accident were the excessive output of the fuel pump, trees, residential structure, fence, and propane tank.
- [NTSB CHI98LA240](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI98LA240.md): Cessna T188C · Austin, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 6, 1998 · N9957J · Substantial damage
  > the improper maintenance by other maintenance personnel. Factors were the throttle control not safetied, the crops, and unsuitable terrain encountered by the pilot
- [NTSB LAX97LA293](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX97LA293.md): Cessna 188 · Eloy, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 15, 1997 · N9957J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing and his failure to maintain directional control due to inadequate rudder use.
- [NTSB SEA97LA104](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA97LA104.md): Cessna T188C · Mitchell, OR · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · May 10, 1997 · N3152J · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering, which led to a stall. A factor contributing to the accident was the lack of adequate altitude to effect a successful stall recovery.
- [NTSB IAD96LA153](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD96LA153.md): Cessna 188 · Pataskala, OH · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 25, 1996 · N3619J · Substantial damage
  > deterioration and fuel leakage from an engine fuel hose (with a service life that had been exceed, due to inadequate maintenance), which resulted in an engine compartment fire and subsequent damage to the airplane.
- [NTSB FTW96TA400](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW96TA400.md): Cessna T188C · Snyder, TX · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Sep 24, 1996 · N9537J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance with a pole resulting in the separation of the left aileron and a loss of aircraft control. A factor was the haze.
- [NTSB CHI96LA300](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96LA300.md): Cessna 188 · Walnut Grove, MN · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 16, 1996 · N2081J · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain proper clearance from the transmission wire.
- [NTSB CHI96LA232](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96LA232.md): Cessna 188 · Independence, IA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 10, 1996 · N9542J · Substantial damage
  > the delayed jettison of the dry chemicals by the pilot. The inability of the airplane to climb was a related factor.
- [NTSB SEA96LA114](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA96LA114.md): Cessna T188C · Roundup, MT · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 7, 1996 · N4970J · Destroyed
  > failure of the pilot to maintain adequate airspeed, during a turn-around maneuver after a swath run, which resulted in an inadvertent stall.
- [NTSB SEA96LA102](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA96LA102.md): Cessna T188C · Hooper, UT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 30, 1996 · N9980J · Substantial damage
  > loss of engine power for undetermined reason(s). A factor relating to the accident was: the proximity of obstructions, which limited the pilot's ability to reach a suitable emergency landing area.
- [NTSB CHI96LA168](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96LA168.md): Cessna 188 · Roseau, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 21, 1996 · N2062J · Substantial damage
  > the pilot failed to maintain directional control during takeoff. The crosswind was a factor.
- [NTSB FTW96LA022](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW96LA022.md): Cessna T188C · Tahoka, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 20, 1995 · N2030J · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain clearance from wires. Factors were the loss of aileron control and the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.
- [NTSB SEA95LA179](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA95LA179.md): Cessna T188C · Mattawa, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 10, 1995 · N9574J · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
- [NTSB MIA95LA184](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA95LA184.md): Cessna T188C · Ruleville, MS · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 13, 1995 · N2119J · Substantial damage
  > The pilot-in-command's failure to abort the takeoff when the aircraft accelerated slowly. Contributing to the accident was the over loading of the aircraft by ground personnel and the failure of the pilot-in-command to verify the loading of the aircraft.
- [NTSB FTW94FA311](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW94FA311.md): Cessna T188C · Roscoe, TX · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Sep 26, 1994 · N3106J · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain flying speed resulting in an aerodynamic stall. A factor was the pilot's lack of

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## The whole list in SQL

Runs in DuckDB 1.2 or later on the release's Parquet files over HTTPS:

```sql
SELECT c."ntsbNumber", c."eventDate", c."eventType", c."eventCity", c."eventStateOrRegion", a.n_number, a."aircraftMake", a."aircraftModel", c."highestInjuryLevel", c."totalFatal", c."completionStatus", c.report_url
FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' a JOIN 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_case_detail.parquet' c ON c."mKey" = a.case_mkey
WHERE a.aircraft_model_code IN ('2073012')
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

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