Great Lakes 2T-1A-2 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 42 events recorded from 1982 to 2024.

42

All Events

30

Incidents

3

Minor

3

Serious

6

Fatal (7 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Sep 07, 2024 Gütersloh, GE N122TL Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Mar 15, 2019 San Diego, CA N101GL Incident substantial
The fracture of the aileron hinge strap due to fatigue crack propagation, which resulted in substantial damage to a wing rib aft of the spar at the ou…

The fracture of the aileron hinge strap due to fatigue crack propagation, which resulted in substantial damage to a wing rib aft of the spar at the outboard aileron cutout. Contributing to the accident was inadequate maintenance inspection.

Aug 25, 2013 Iowa City, IA N5761Z Incident substantial The pilot failed to maintain directional control of the airplane while landing.
Sep 08, 2012 Monroe, WA N3702F Incident substantial
A loss of engine power during cruise flight for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies tha…

A loss of engine power during cruise flight for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.

Feb 26, 2011 Kingsville, TX N6196L Incident substantial
A pre-existing crack in the front spar of the right horizontal stabilizer near a riveted fitting, causing it to fail and separate from the airplane in…

A pre-existing crack in the front spar of the right horizontal stabilizer near a riveted fitting, causing it to fail and separate from the airplane in flight. Contributing to the accident was the failure of maintenance personnel comply with existing service bulletins and to detect and repair the damaged spar.

May 31, 2010 Chandler, AZ N6075L Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control and the flight instructor's inadequate remedial action during the landing roll, which resulted in …

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control and the flight instructor's inadequate remedial action during the landing roll, which resulted in a ground loop.

Jun 07, 2009 Hamilton, TX N3812F Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a tree while on short final.
Mar 02, 2008 Tucson, AZ N22TE Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition and failure to maintain directional control.
May 14, 2005 Sonoma, CA N765GL Minor substantial
a partial loss of engine power, which resulted from the fuel servo leaking and generating an excessively rich fuel/air mixture. A factor was the owne…

a partial loss of engine power, which resulted from the fuel servo leaking and generating an excessively rich fuel/air mixture. A factor was the owner's failure to comply with a service bulletin.

Sep 15, 2003 Seymour, TN N22TE Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain clearance during the final approach to land which resulted in an inflight collision with a tree.
Jul 17, 2003 Newman Lake, WA N16GL Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from an object while on final approach for landing. Trees and inadequate visual lookout were factors.
May 17, 1998 TOWER, MN N3803F Incident substantial
the pilot's inadequate preflight of the airplane's fuel system, and fuel exhaustion, which resulted in a loss of engine power, due to an inadequate su…

the pilot's inadequate preflight of the airplane's fuel system, and fuel exhaustion, which resulted in a loss of engine power, due to an inadequate supply of fuel.

Mar 25, 1998 PIERSON, FL N3751F Incident substantial
the pilot's failure to note the windsock before touchdown which resulted in a downwind landing, and the pilot's improper elevator control. Factors we…

the pilot's failure to note the windsock before touchdown which resulted in a downwind landing, and the pilot's improper elevator control. Factors were the tailwind and the pilot's complacency.

Dec 19, 1995 FILLMORE, CA N3511L Serious (1) destroyed failure of the pilot to take proper remedial action to recover from an intentional spin.
Oct 26, 1995 CHANDLER, AZ N3808F Incident substantial
the improper installation of an intake manifold tube assembly during engine overhaul which permitted leakage into the induction system resulting in de…

the improper installation of an intake manifold tube assembly during engine overhaul which permitted leakage into the induction system resulting in detonation and piston failure in the associated cylinder.

Sep 04, 1995 BOULDER, CO N5761G Incident substantial FAILURE BY THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE AIRCRAFT DURING LANDING ROLL.
Oct 10, 1994 MT. HOREB, WI N933EB Incident substantial the pilot's excessive braking while taxiing from landing.
Oct 28, 1989 PITTSTOWN, NJ N771VY Minor substantial THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL DURING LANDING.
Apr 29, 1989 RAMONA, CA N6220L Incident substantial THE PILOT OF THE OTHER AIRCRAFT DID NOT MAINTAIN AN ADEQUATE VISUAL LOOKOUT AND COLLIDED WITH THIS CESSNA THAT WAS PARKED IN THE RUNUP AREA.
Jun 26, 1987 BAYTOWN, TX N3564L Incident substantial Investigation pending
May 17, 1987 TUCSON, AZ N5762G Incident substantial Investigation pending
Feb 28, 1987 ST.AUGUSTINE, FL N3707F Incident substantial Investigation pending
Sep 18, 1986 TILLAMOOK, OR N3565L Incident substantial Investigation pending
Aug 31, 1986 SANTA PAULA, CA N10SV Serious (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Aug 30, 1986 HOUSTON, TX N6198L Fatal (1) 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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