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Fatal NTSB investigations: Cessna 182A

75 cases on aircraft the registry lists as Cessna 182A. Aircraft are matched to the registry by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model, so older matches can be wrong.

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Phase of flight

Aircraft model

Cases per year

19642026

Fatal NTSB investigations: Cessna 182A per year, 1964–2026: 75 cases
1964	7
1965	4
1968	3
1969	6
1971	3
1972	3
1973	1
1974	5
1975	5
1976	2
1977	3
1978	3
1979	2
1980	2
1981	1
1982	2
1983	1
1985	2
1986	2
1988	1
1989	1
1991	1
1992	2
1993	1
1994	1
1997	1
1999	2
2000	1
2002	2
2004	1
2015	1
2016	1
2018	1
2024	1

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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_case_detail.parquet' c LEFT JOIN 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' a ON a.case_mkey = c."mKey" AND a.position = 1 WHERE c."highestInjuryLevel" = 'Fatal' AND c."mKey" IN (SELECT x.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' x WHERE x.aircraft_model_code IN ('2072704')) ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC

duckdb -csv -c "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_case_detail.parquet' c LEFT JOIN 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' a ON a.case_mkey = c.\"mKey\" AND a.position = 1
  WHERE c.\"highestInjuryLevel\" = 'Fatal'
    AND c.\"mKey\" IN (SELECT x.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' x WHERE x.aircraft_model_code IN ('2072704'))
  ORDER BY c.\"eventDate\" DESC, c.\"ntsbNumber\" DESC"

Prints the whole list as CSV. It reads the release’s Parquet files over HTTPS, so there’s nothing to download first. Install DuckDB to run it.

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_case_detail.parquet' c LEFT JOIN 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' a ON a.case_mkey = c."mKey" AND a.position = 1
WHERE c."highestInjuryLevel" = 'Fatal'
  AND c."mKey" IN (SELECT x.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' x WHERE x.aircraft_model_code IN ('2072704'))
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC

Run it at the DuckDB prompt, or in any tool that reads Parquet over HTTPS. More ways to query the release are on Use the data.

NTSB ERA24FA294Accident · 3 fatalClass 3 · FieldFinal reportCessna 182 · Rutherfordton, NCThe pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from clouds, resulting in controlled flight into terrain due to mountain obscuration.Jul 8, 2024 · N2198G · Substantial damage NTSB ERA18FA231Accident · 4 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182 · Swainsboro, GAThe total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on available information.Aug 25, 2018 · N4785D · Destroyed NTSB WPR16FA084Accident · 4 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182A · Alpine, WYThe noninstrument-rated pilot's failure to maintain airspeed during the initial climb in dark night conditions with no visual reference, which resulted in a stall and collision with terrain.Mar 13, 2016 · N2230G · Substantial damage NTSB CEN15FA427Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182 · Lexington, TXThe pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed and his exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack during a climbing turn, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall/spin at too low of an altitude to recover.Sep 27, 2015 · N3921D · Substantial damage NTSB ATL04FA069Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182A · Traphill, NCThe loss of engine power due to carburetor ice. Contributing factors were conditions conducive for carburetor icing.Jan 17, 2004 · N4744D · Destroyed NTSB SEA02FA145Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182A · Emmett, IDThe pilot's failure to maintain clearance from power transmission lines while maneuvering.Aug 5, 2002 · N4085D · Substantial damage NTSB CHI02FA172Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182A · Foster City, MIThe incapacitation of the pilot. A contributing factor was the pilot and medical examiner providing false information on the pilot's medical applications.Jun 17, 2002 · N5034D · Destroyed NTSB CHI00FA227Accident · 4 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182A · Sauk City, WIVFR flight into IMC encountered by the pilot and exceeding the design limits of the aircraf. A factor was flight to a destination alternate not performed by the pilot.Jul 28, 2000 · N4742D · Destroyed NTSB FTW99FA261Accident · 5 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182A · Bryan, TXthe pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control resulting in an inadvertent stall. A factor was the loss of engine power as a result of fatigue cracking and separation of the #6 cylinder head.Sep 18, 1999 · N4803D · Destroyed NTSB LAX99FA220Accident · 4 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182A · Paso Robles, CAthe pilot's failure to set the trim as prescribed by the published check list. This led to a steep climb angle which caused the airspeed to decay, resulting in a stall at an altitude too low to allow recovery.Jun 19, 1999 · N4824D · Destroyed NTSB IAD98FA012Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182A · New Dover, OHThe pilot's attempted VFR flight into instrument conditions and the loss of aircraft ctontrol subsequent to the pilot's spatial disorientation. Contributing factors were low ceilings, snow and the pilot's failure to obtain a preflight weather briefing, as…Nov 24, 1997 · N6068B · Destroyed NTSB FTW94LA180Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182A · Roland, ARBoth the pilot and passenger's failure to follow procedure/directives.May 25, 1994 · N3848D · Minor damage NTSB NYC93FA154Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182A · East Moriches, NYEngine failure due to a fatigue failure of the no.3 piston. The fatigue failure was a result of inadequate manufacturing. In addition, the pilot made an improper decision during the forced landing in attempting to stretch his approach in order to reach the…Aug 14, 1993 · N5010D · Destroyed NTSB LAX92LA210Accident · 1 fatalLimited investigationFinal reportCessna 182A · S.Lake Tahoe, CAThat the pilot-in-command used poor judgment by flying at an unwarranted low altitude and misjudged the clearance between the tree tops and the airplane.May 16, 1992 · N2031G · Destroyed NTSB BFO92FA038Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182A · Norfolk, VAThe loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.Mar 14, 1992 · N5119D · Destroyed NTSB LAX91FA203Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182A · Lee Vining, CAThe failure of the pilot to maintain aircraft control due to spatial disorientation during a night approach.May 6, 1991 · N2137G · Destroyed NTSB DEN90FA002Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182A · Nixon, NVContinued flight by the non-instrument rated pilot into instrument meteorological conditions (IMC), and his failure to maintain control of the aircraft, due to spatial disorientation. Inadequate preflight preflight planning/preparation by the pilot, and the…Oct 2, 1989 · N2155G · Destroyed NTSB LAX88FA187Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182A · Grand Canyon, AZPilots selection of an inappropriate cruise altitude which did not ensure adequte terrain clearance on the leg of the flight from page to Grand Canyon, Arizona. A factor in the accident was the pilot's flight schedule on the day of the accident which may have…May 18, 1988 · N4845D · Destroyed NTSB MKC87FA020Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182A · Bluff City, KSThe plt stated that he was cruising at 2,500 ft MSL en route southbound to enid, Oklahoma, when he encountered fog but flew for 15 to 20 minutes before executing a 180DEG northerly turn back to hutchinson, KS. According to the plt, he was in the clouds trying…Nov 17, 1986 · N2038G · Destroyed NTSB MKC86FA048Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182A · Clinton, IAThe pilot normally made several touch and go landings before departing the local area. He was known to not fly near clouds or at night. For this flight, the ceiling was at least 1000 feet at takeoff and was at least 700 feet in the accident area. Airplane was…Jan 10, 1986 · N3948D · Destroyed NTSB ANC86FA020Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182 · Lake Clark Pass, AKThe acft collided with rising terrain while maneuvering in a mountain Pass. Low ceilings, 40 to 50 kt winds and rain showers were reported in the area at the time of the accident.Dec 23, 1985 · N5009D · Destroyed NTSB MKC85FA078Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182A · Onxy, ARAt 1230 CST on 3/27/85, the plt & his wife departed on a x-country flt, but did not arrive at their destination. When family members became concerned, a search was initiated. The wreckage was located on 3/31/85 where the acft collided with trees & crashed on…Mar 27, 1985 · N6048B · Destroyed NTSB FTW83FA172Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182A · Bethany, OKThe student pilot departed Oklahoma city, OK en route to chickasha, OK. The acft was observed to depart runway 17R and proceed wsw of the airport. The acft wreckage was located about 1 1/2 miles west of wiley post airport. The acft was intact and exam…Mar 31, 1983 · N2030G · Destroyed NTSB DEN83FA133Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182A · Orderville, UTThe acft crashed in mountainous terrain on a x-country in bad weather. The plt had received a weather briefing which hadincluded the caution that VFR flt was not recommended. Also the acft had no radio so the plt told the briefer to assume him off at 1330…Nov 8, 1982 · N5149D · Destroyed NTSB ATL82FA212Accident · 4 fatalField investigationFinal reportCessna 182A · Louisburg, NCWitnesses observed the takeoff roll as being unusually long. The acft never climbed much above 100-200 ft AGL, & struck trees 1/2 mi off the end of the rwy. The flaps were observed up during takeoff. Normal takeoff flap setting used by the club for carrying…Jul 25, 1982 · N5188D · Destroyed NTSB CHI82DAMS1Accident · 3 fatalClosedCessna 182A · Missing AircraftDec 4, 1981 · N5173D · Destroyed NTSB MIA81FA021Accident · 3 fatalClosedCessna 182 · Oak Hill, FLDec 1, 1980 · N5178D · Destroyed NTSB FTW81FA003Accident · 1 fatalClosedCessna 182A · Kentwood, LAOct 7, 1980 · N2015G · Destroyed NTSB SEA80FA014Accident · 2 fatalClosedCessna 182 · Idaho Falls, IDDec 9, 1979 · N470PP · Destroyed NTSB OAK79FA033Accident · 4 fatalClosedCessna 182A · Albion, CAJun 25, 1979 · N5969B · Destroyed NTSB OAK79FA010Accident · 1 fatalClosedCessna 182A · Reno, NVNov 10, 1978 · N5895B · Destroyed NTSB OAK78FAO36Accident · 4 fatalClosedCessna 182A · Red Bluff, CAJul 2, 1978 · N3873D · Destroyed NTSB LAX78FA024Accident · 1 fatalClosedCessna 182A · Los Angeles, CAFeb 3, 1978 · N2210G · 2 aircraft · Substantial damage NTSB LAX78FA016Accident · 2 fatalClosedCessna 182A · El Cajon, CADec 27, 1977 · N3979D · Destroyed NTSB SEA77FA031Accident · 2 fatalClosedCessna 182 · Orofino, IDMay 4, 1977 · N4052D · Destroyed NTSB MIA77FA045Accident · 2 fatalClosedCessna 182A · Ochlocknee, GAMar 14, 1977 · N2150G · Destroyed NTSB FTW77FA016Accident · 1 fatalClosedCessna 182A · Boutte, LANov 23, 1976 · N6304B · Destroyed NTSB DEN77FA001Accident · 1 fatalClosedCessna 182A · Buford, WYOct 4, 1976 · N6033B · Destroyed NTSB CHI76FEC16Accident · 1 fatalClosedCessna 182 · Detroit, MIDec 28, 1975 · N6054B · No damage NTSB MKC76AK029Accident · 1 fatalClosedCessna 182A · Rush Center, KSNov 5, 1975 · N4710D · Destroyed NTSB SEA76AS014Accident · 2 fatalClosedCessna 182A · Cyrstal Mtn, WAAug 25, 1975 · N4783D · Destroyed NTSB OAK75AP048Accident · 3 fatalClosedCessna 182A · Incline Vlg, NVApr 24, 1975 · N5958B · Substantial damage NTSB ANC75AA072Accident · 2 fatalClosedCessna 182A · Port Lyons, AKApr 14, 1975 · N2244G · Substantial damage NTSB DEN75AD024Accident · 2 fatalClosedCessna 182A · Springfield, CONov 2, 1974 · N3737D · Destroyed NTSB OAK75AP018Accident · 1 fatalClosedCessna 182A · Livermore, CANov 1, 1974 · N5878B · Minor damage NTSB FTW75AF028Accident · 3 fatalClosedCessna 182A · Henderson, TXOct 7, 1974 · N1999W · Destroyed NTSB FTW74AF086Accident · 2 fatalClosedCessna 182A · Imperial, TXMay 25, 1974 · N3798D · Destroyed NTSB MIA74AM084Accident · 1 fatalClosedCessna 182A · Seneca, SCApr 4, 1974 · N6044B · Destroyed NTSB FTW74AF021Accident · 1 fatalClosedCessna 182A · Quail, TXOct 10, 1973 · N9970B · Destroyed NTSB SEA73AS011Accident · 2 fatalClosedCessna 182A · Ennis, MTOct 23, 1972 · N9918B · Destroyed