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Cessna R182 No Series accident at Marksville, LA, 17 Sept 2020

Marksville, LA, United States

On September 17, 2020, a Cessna R182 No Series was involved in an aviation accident near Marksville, LA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection, during which he failed to ensure the landing gear handle in the “down” position which resulted in the landing gear retracting during takeoff, a loss of directional control, and a runway excursion. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

SourcesNTSBPrimary reportUpdated 2026-08-03Data APIEditorial standards

Probable cause

The pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection, during which he failed to ensure the landing gear handle in the “down” position which resulted in the landing gear retracting during takeoff, a loss of directional control, and a runway excursion.

— NTSB Determination

Contributing factors

PilotIncorrect use/operationEffect on equipmentAttain/maintain not possible

Related events

Same aircraft family

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 17 Sept 2020 Cessna R182 No Series accident near Marksville, LA?

The pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection, during which he failed to ensure the landing gear handle in the “down” position which resulted in the landing gear retracting during takeoff, a loss of directional control, and a runway excursion.

Were there any fatalities in the 17 Sept 2020 Cessna R182 No Series accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 17 Sept 2020 involved a Cessna R182 No Series, at Marksville, LA.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection, during which he failed to ensure the landing gear handle in the “down” position which resulted in the landing gear retracting during takeoff, a loss of directional control, and a runway excursion.

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