Aeronca 7AC Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 283 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

283

All Events

146

Incidents

56

Minor

44

Serious

36

Fatal (50 fatalities)
Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Mar 01, 2014 Adrian, TX N85372 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll which resulted in the airplane ground looping.
Aug 06, 2012 Clifford, PA N83826 Incident substantial
Partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have pr…

Partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
Aug 01, 2012 Winter Haven, FL N1060E Incident substantial The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
Jun 09, 2012 Blairs, VA N2067 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during a takeoff into sun glare.
Mar 20, 2012 Clearwater, FL N82406 Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain airplane control during takeoff and the flight instructor's inadequate supervision, which resulted in a runway excursi…

The pilot's failure to maintain airplane control during takeoff and the flight instructor's inadequate supervision, which resulted in a runway excursion.
Sep 01, 2011 Valparaiso, IN N83533 Incident substantial The pilot’s loss of directional control during landing. Contributing to the accident was the wear in the tailwheel assembly.
Jul 24, 2011 McCarthy, AK N85194 Incident substantial The separation of the right main landing gear oleo strut assembly, resulting in the collapse of the main landing gear during the landing roll.
Mar 04, 2011 Delphi, IN N82429 Incident substantial
The pilot's loss of directional control, resulting in a runway excursion, and the subsequent separation of the left main landing gear for undetermined…

The pilot's loss of directional control, resulting in a runway excursion, and the subsequent separation of the left main landing gear for undetermined reasons.
Feb 10, 2011 Novato, CA N2659E Incident substantial The pilot's use of a non-vented fuel cap, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.
Jan 24, 2011 Corsicana, TX N81800 Incident substantial The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Nov 10, 2010 Merritt Island, FL N82934 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing, which resulted in a main landing gear collapse and subsequent runway excursion.
Oct 09, 2010 Mount Vernon, MO N81412 Incident substantial The pilot's loss of directional control while taxiing.
Jul 10, 2010 Santa Fe, NM N84723 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane while landing with gusting winds.
Mar 07, 2010 Roanoke Rapids, NC N84694 Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during a crosswind landing/rollout.
Aug 17, 2009 Finleyville, PA N83661 Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Aug 07, 2009 Broadus, MT N84787 Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain sufficient airspeed during low altitude maneuvering, which resulted in an inadvertent stall.
Jul 11, 2009 Auburn, ME N2871E Incident substantial
A loss of engine power due to fuel contamination. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate maintenance inspection of the airplane and engine's …

A loss of engine power due to fuel contamination. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate maintenance inspection of the airplane and engine's fuel system.
May 09, 2009 El Cajon, CA N3370E Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing with gusting crosswinds.
Mar 15, 2009 Stanley, ND N82041 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Feb 01, 2009 Cameron, SC N3066E Incident substantial A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Sep 28, 2008 Mt. Pleasant, SC N2504E Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during an emergency maneuver. Contributing to the accident was the failure of the left magneto.
Nov 02, 2007 Fort Worth, TX N81800 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain direction control. A contributing factor was the tailwind.
Sep 16, 2007 Kent, OH N1950E Incident substantial
The inadequate compensation for wind conditions and the directional control not obtained/maintained by the pilot during landing. Contributing factors …

The inadequate compensation for wind conditions and the directional control not obtained/maintained by the pilot during landing. Contributing factors were the crosswind, gusts, and ditch.
Aug 05, 2007 Westerly, RI N65HM Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during landing which resulted in the overload failure of the right main landing gear. The ove…

The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during landing which resulted in the overload failure of the right main landing gear. The overload failure of the right main landing gear was a factor.
Jun 09, 2007 Erie, CO N83365 Incident substantial The student pilot's failure to maintain direction control during the landing roll.
Disclaimer: This data is sourced from the NTSB Aviation Accident Database. NTSB events reflect reported accidents and incidents and do not necessarily indicate a defect in the aircraft type. Many events involve pilot error, weather conditions, maintenance issues, or other factors unrelated to the aircraft design. This information is provided for research purposes only — consult official NTSB reports for complete details.
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