How many accidents has the Aeronca Champ had?

The NTSB has recorded 7 events involving the Aeronca Champ: 1 fatal, 0 serious, 3 minor injuries, and 3 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Aeronca Champ a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Aeronca Champ has 7 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

Aeronca Champ Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 7 events recorded from 1983 to 2007.

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Minor

Serious

Fatal (2 fatalities)

Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
Jul 25, 2007	Kirbyville, TX	N9870B	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inability to maintain directional control during takeoff roll as result of the failure of the airplane's tailwheel's steering arm.
Sep 12, 2004	MULLEN, NE	N9657S	Incident	substantial	the failure of the pilot to maintain direction control during gusty wind conditions on landing.
Apr 19, 2004	Hayward, CA	N83587	Incident	substantial	the pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind conditions and failure to maintain directional control.
May 22, 1992	WILLOW, AK	N82568	Minor	destroyed	THE COMPLETE FAILURE OF THE CONNECTING ROD. FACTORS WERE THE HIGH VEGETATION AND THE PILOT NOT MAINTAINING A PROPER ALTITUDE TO SUCCESSFULLY COMPLET… THE COMPLETE FAILURE OF THE CONNECTING ROD. FACTORS WERE THE HIGH VEGETATION AND THE PILOT NOT MAINTAINING A PROPER ALTITUDE TO SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETE A FORCED LANDING.
Nov 08, 1990	SUFFOLK, VA	N7702B	Fatal (2)	destroyed	A LOSS OF ENGINE POWER DUE TO LOW CYLINDER COMPRESSION. THE LOW COMPRESSION WAS A RESULT OF EXHAUST VALVE LEAKAGE AND INADEQUATE MAINTENANCE AND INSPE… A LOSS OF ENGINE POWER DUE TO LOW CYLINDER COMPRESSION. THE LOW COMPRESSION WAS A RESULT OF EXHAUST VALVE LEAKAGE AND INADEQUATE MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION. IN ADDITION, THE PILOT FAILED TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE AIRSPEED WHICH RESULTED IN THE AIRPLANE STALLING.
Sep 11, 1987	VICTORVILLE, CA	N85022	Minor	substantial	Investigation pending
Mar 01, 1983	NEWBERRY, MI	N84583	Minor	destroyed	Investigation pending

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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