How many accidents has the Grob had?

The NTSB has recorded 12 events involving the Grob : 5 fatal, 1 serious, 1 minor injuries, and 5 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Grob a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Grob has 12 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

Grob Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 12 events recorded from 2000 to 2020.

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Fatal (6 fatalities)

Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
Sep 22, 2018	Groveland, FL	N72EJ	Serious (1)	minor	The student pilot's failure to relinquish the flight controls during landing when the flight instructor told him to do so, and the instructor’s subseq… The student pilot's failure to relinquish the flight controls during landing when the flight instructor told him to do so, and the instructor’s subsequent inability to properly control the glider, which led to a hard 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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