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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Incidents

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Serious

Fatal (1 fatalities)

Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
May 26, 2000	PITTSFIELD, ME	N8872	Incident	substantial	The pilot's improper use of unsuitable terrain for landing. A factor in the accident was the soft terrain.
Jul 11, 1998	SEDONA, AZ	N5050C	Incident	substantial	The failure of the pilot to maintain a visual clearance with the trees.
May 09, 1993	FREDERICK, MD	N28681	Incident	substantial	INADEQUATE PREFLIGHT BY THE PILOT AND FUEL CONTAMINATION, WHICH RESULTED IN LOSS OF ENGINE POWER.
Apr 18, 1982	FORT WORTH, TX	N1350	Incident	substantial	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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