On December 16, 2015, a CESSNA 182 Q was involved in an aviation accident near Plettenberg, Western Cape Province, South Africa. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
The South African Civil Aviation Authority notified the NTSB of a Cessna 182 accident on December 16, 2015, and an NTSB Accredited Representative will assist the investigation.
Accident Notification
On December 16, 2015, an accident involving a Cessna 182 aircraft occurred. The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) notified the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) of the event. In accordance with ICAO Annex 13, which governs international aviation accident investigations, the NTSB appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the SACAA's investigation. This appointment is standard procedure as the United States is the State of Manufacturer and Design of both the airframe and engine.
Investigation
The SACAA will lead the investigation, with the NTSB representative providing support and technical expertise. All investigative information will be released by the government of South Africa through the SACAA. The scope and details of the investigation have not been disclosed beyond the notification and the involvement of the U.S. representative.
Related events
Same aircraft family
20 Sep 2026 — CESSNA 182P
12 Jul 2026 — CESSNA 182
20 Jun 2026 — CESSNA 182S (Sundowners Inc.)
19 Jun 2026 — CESSNA 182Q (Charles Kinard)
11 Jun 2026 — CESSNA 182 (Beta Flight LLC)
28 May 2026 — CESSNA 182
28 May 2026 — CESSNA 182
20 May 2026 — CESSNA 182P
11 May 2026 — CESSNA 182P
7 May 2026 — CESSNA 182T (Top Flight Aviation INC)
4 May 2026 — CESSNA 182
3 May 2026 — CESSNA 182
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 16 Dec 2015 CESSNA 182 Q accident near Plettenberg, Western Cape Province, South Africa?
The South African Civil Aviation Authority notified the NTSB of a Cessna 182 accident on December 16, 2015, and an NTSB Accredited Representative will assist the investigation.
Were there any fatalities in the 16 Dec 2015 CESSNA 182 Q accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 16 Dec 2015 involved a CESSNA 182 Q, at Plettenberg, Western Cape Province, South Africa.
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