No fatalities

CESSNA 182H accident at Lakeview, AR, 30 Oct 2025

Lakeview, AR, United States

On October 30, 2025, a CESSNA 182H was involved in an aviation accident near Lakeview, AR. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot’s failure to maintain a proper approach path during landing which resulted in a collision with terrain short of the runway. Contributing to the accident was the improper flap position during landing, and the pilot being fatigued. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain a proper approach path during landing which resulted in a collision with terrain short of the runway. Contributing to the accident was the improper flap position during landing, and the pilot being fatigued.

— NTSB Determination

Contributing factors

Descent/approach/glide path — Not attained/maintainedIncorrect use/operationPilot

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 30 Oct 2025 CESSNA 182H accident near Lakeview, AR?

The pilot’s failure to maintain a proper approach path during landing which resulted in a collision with terrain short of the runway. Contributing to the accident was the improper flap position during landing, and the pilot being fatigued.

Were there any fatalities in the 30 Oct 2025 CESSNA 182H accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 30 Oct 2025 involved a CESSNA 182H, at Lakeview, AR.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot’s failure to maintain a proper approach path during landing which resulted in a collision with terrain short of the runway. Contributing to the accident was the improper flap position during landing, and the pilot being fatigued.