Lancair IV Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 11 events recorded from 2002 to 2025.

11

All Events

4

Incidents

4

Minor

1

Serious

2

Fatal (5 fatalities)
Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Jun 30, 2025 Alpine, WY N124GH Minor substantial The pilot’s loss of visual reference during the landing approach which resulted in a collision with water.
Nov 17, 2023 Perry, FL N37MB Minor substantial A rapid throttle advancement after a period of idling, which resulted in a flooded engine and total loss of engine power.
Apr 10, 2022 Leicester, MA N7KJ Incident substantial A separation of the window from the airframe for undetermined reasons.
Dec 25, 2021 Iron Mountain, MI N994PT Minor substantial The total loss of engine power after takeoff for undetermined reasons.
Feb 10, 2019 Laramie, WY N549CJ Incident substantial An environmental stress cracking failure of the acrylic windshield, which resulted in a rapid decompression during cruise flight.
May 12, 2017 Grenaa, DA SE-XRU Incident substantial Investigation pending
Aug 30, 2015 Fort Lauderdale, FL N864KM Serious (1) destroyed The mechanic's improper installation of the turbocharger assembly, which resulted in oil starvation and a subsequent total loss of the engine power.
Sep 11, 2007 Alabaster, AL N335DF Minor substantial The pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point.
Apr 07, 2004 Novalato, MX XB-IPZ Fatal (3) destroyed Investigation pending
Sep 02, 2003 Manassas, VA N789HS Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to follow the published takeoff procedures for the make and model airplane and his failure to maintain directional control during …

The pilot's failure to follow the published takeoff procedures for the make and model airplane and his failure to maintain directional control during takeoff.
Dec 20, 2002 Geelong, AS VH-CIV Fatal (2) 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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