How many accidents has the De Havilland DH-82A had?

The NTSB has recorded 8 events involving the De Havilland DH-82A: 1 fatal, 1 serious, 2 minor injuries, and 4 incidents with no injuries.

Is the De Havilland DH-82A a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The De Havilland DH-82A has 8 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

De Havilland DH-82A Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 8 events recorded from 1982 to 2000.

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Fatal (1 fatalities)

Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
Jul 22, 1990	YOUNGSVILLE, LA	N5984	Fatal (1)	destroyed	THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO TOUCH DOWN AT THE PROPER POINT ON THE LANDING SURFACE. A CONTRIBUTING FACTOR WAS THE LATE INITIATION OF THE ABORTED LANDING.

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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