This report is compiled from the cited public sources and updated when verified information becomes available.
Developing report: This report separates confirmed information from details that remain under investigation. It is updated when reliable new information becomes available.
Accident quick facts
| Accident date | 2026-08-05 |
|---|---|
| Local time | 11:15 |
| Location | Perris, California |
| Aircraft | Cessna 177 |
| People on board | 2 |
| Report status | Investigation Ongoing |
What happened
On August 5, 2026, a Cessna 177 crashed in a field in Perris, California. Two people were on board the aircraft at the time of the crash.
Aircraft and flight information
The aircraft involved was a Cessna 177 with two occupants. Further details about the flight origin, destination, and operator have not been disclosed.
Emergency response
Emergency responders attended the crash site. Details about injuries or fatalities have not been confirmed publicly.
Investigation status
The FAA is investigating the incident. Additional information will be provided as the investigation progresses.
What officials and reports have confirmed
Accident and investigation timeline
- 2026-08-05 11:15 local: Cessna 177 crashed in a field in Perris, California, with two people on board. [1]
What remains unknown
- Cause of the crash
- Injury or fatality status
- Flight origin and destination
Investigating agencies: FAA.
Report notes and sources
Status: Investigation Ongoing. Accident reports can change as the FAA, NTSB, local officials, and operators release additional information.
Source confidence: 85/100 based on the currently available cited material.
Image note: Reference image: Cessna 177 reference aircraft photograph. This shows the same reported aircraft model and is not the accident aircraft or crash scene. Credit: Wikimedia Commons - Ahunt, usuario de la Wikipedia en inglés - Public domain.
Update history
- Aug 18, 2026 11:12 am: Initial FAA report with crash details and investigation status.
- Aug 18, 2026 7:12 am: Initial report with FAA confirmation of crash and investigation.
- Aug 7, 2026 8:13 pm: Initial report created from FAA statement confirming crash details and investigation.
- Aug 7, 2026 7:13 pm: Initial report of Cessna 177 crash near Perris, California; investigation ongoing.
- Aug 7, 2026 3:13 pm: Initial report of Cessna 177 crash in Perris, California, with two onboard and FAA investigation ongoing.
- Aug 7, 2026 1:12 pm: Initial report with FAA confirmation of crash and investigation.
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