Cessna U206E — registry & accident history
Compiled from FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 25, 2026
There are 115 Cessna U206E airframes on record (built 1969–1971), 31 currently registered. 7 have one or more NTSB accident records (7 records total, 2 with a fatal highest-injury classification). Data as of Jul 25, 2026.
Recent Cessna U206E accidents
The pilot's failure to maintain a stabilized instrument approach, which resulted in a loss of control.
The pilot's mismanagement of the fuel system, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation and the subsequent forced landing.
The pilot’s failure to extend the landing gear before landing due to his distraction regarding another airplane in the traffic pattern.
The pilot’s decision to depart with minimal fuel and his improper fuel management and engine restart procedures, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel starvation. Contributing to the accident was the Pilot Operating Handbook did not provide the altitude or time that would be lost in the event of an engine restart.
A total loss of engine power during cruise flight due to an excessively lean mixture for undetermined reasons.
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's improper application of brakes.