Boeing 737 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 1188 events recorded from 1982 to 2026.

1188

All Events

501

Incidents

64

Minor

190

Serious

46

Fatal (3137 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Dec 20, 2008 Sitka, AK N771AS Minor
The placement of operating equipment in close proximity to an external heating unit's intake by ground personnel, resulting in the contamination of th…

The placement of operating equipment in close proximity to an external heating unit's intake by ground personnel, resulting in the contamination of the airplane's cabin with carbon monoxide.

Nov 07, 2008 Salt Lake City, UT N254WN Incident minor The tug driver's failure to maintain situational awareness during the push back operation.
Oct 28, 2008 Denpasar, Bali, ID PK-GZI Incident minor Investigation pending
Oct 18, 2008 Belgrade, Serbia, SR D-AXLF Incident minor Investigation pending
Oct 16, 2008 Maiquetia, VE YV162T Incident substantial .
Oct 01, 2008 Chicago, IL N551WN Incident minor The right nose landing gear axle's failure from intergranular and fatigue cracking due to an earlier bearing failure.
Sep 14, 2008 Perm, RS VP-BKO Fatal (88) destroyed Investigation pending
Aug 24, 2008 Bishkek, KG EX-009 Fatal (65) destroyed ;kh
Jul 23, 2008 Banjarmasin, South Kalimantan, ID PK-GZN Incident Investigation pending
Jul 14, 2008 Port Harcourt, NI 5N-BIG Minor minor Investigation pending
Jul 03, 2008 Seattle, WA N339AT Incident
The diverted attention during taxi of the flight crew in the other aircraft. Contributing to the incident was the air traffic control clearance was n…

The diverted attention during taxi of the flight crew in the other aircraft. Contributing to the incident was the air traffic control clearance was not followed by the flight crew of the other aircraft.

Jun 27, 2008 Phoenix (PHX), AZ N514AU Incident minor
The failure of the MLG was due to cracking in the cylinder wall resulting from a fatigue mechanism which initiated at, and near the inner diameter (ID…

The failure of the MLG was due to cracking in the cylinder wall resulting from a fatigue mechanism which initiated at, and near the inner diameter (ID) surface, with propagation through the wall toward the outer diameter(OD) surface. Crack initiation was due to base metal damage which took the form of over tempered martensite (OTM) and chemical attack/pitting of the base metal.

Jun 06, 2008 Pucallpa, PE OB-1799-P Incident minor <br /><br />
May 22, 2008 Saskatoon, CA C-GKCP Incident minor Investigation pending
Apr 07, 2008 Miami, FL N947AN Serious (1) An unexpected encounter with turbulence, during the initial descent for landing.
Mar 27, 2008 Houston, TX N23661 Incident minor The flight crew's improper landing technique for an inoperative anti-skid system resulting in locked brakes and four blown main landing gear tires.
Mar 21, 2008 Limoges, FR EIDAF Incident Investigation pending
Mar 03, 2008 Cusco, PE OB-1843-P Incident Investigation pending
Mar 01, 2008 Dallas, TX N741SA Incident minor The failure of the taxiing flight crew to maintain an adequate clearance from the stationary airplane.
Feb 24, 2008 Las Vegas, NV N648SW Minor
An inadvertent encounter with severe turbulence during descent and the failure of two passenger seat belt attach fittings. Contributing to the incide…

An inadvertent encounter with severe turbulence during descent and the failure of two passenger seat belt attach fittings. Contributing to the incident was the failure of the operator to comply with the SAIB.

Feb 23, 2008 Valdosta, GA N551WN Serious (1) An unexpected encounter with turbulence, while on approach for landing.
Feb 13, 2008 Helsinki, FI UR-GAU Incident minor Investigation pending
Feb 10, 2008 Cusco, PE OB-1843-P Incident Investigation pending
Feb 03, 2008 Nurnberg, GE LN-RRR Incident Investigation pending
Jan 08, 2008 Lincoln, NE N733TW Incident
The improper installation of the swivel valve fittings by the operator's mechanic leading to the total loss of both hydraulic systems. Contributing t…

The improper installation of the swivel valve fittings by the operator's mechanic leading to the total loss of both hydraulic systems. Contributing to the incident were the swivel valves leaking and the total failure of the hydraulic system.

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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