Cessna 182S — registry & accident history
Compiled from FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 22, 2026
There are 793 Cessna 182S airframes on record (built 1988–2003), 607 currently registered. 17 have one or more NTSB accident records (18 records total, 3 with a fatal highest-injury classification). Data as of Jul 22, 2026.
Recent Cessna 182S accidents
The pilot’s failure to establish stabilized approach that would have allowed the airplane to touch down with adequate runway remaining. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to execute a go-around.
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during takeoff, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with a sign.
The airplane’s encounter with low level wind shear associated with moderate turbulence, which resulted in a loss of airplane control.
A malfunction of the airplane’s right main wheel brake, which resulted in a loss of control and runway excursion during landing.
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during a crosswind takeoff, which resulted in a collision with airport lights and a sign.
The pilot's spatial disorientation and loss of airplane control following takeoff in night instrument meteorological conditions.
The pilot’s failure to follow ground control instructions and to see and avoid ground obstacles while taxiing.