How many accidents has the Luscombe had?

The NTSB has recorded 433 events involving the Luscombe : 52 fatal, 41 serious, 82 minor injuries, and 258 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Luscombe a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Luscombe has 433 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

Luscombe Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 433 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

433

All Events

258

Incidents

Minor

Serious

Fatal (76 fatalities)

Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
Sep 29, 2007	Ramona, CA	N2826K	Incident	substantial	the installation and subsequent failure of an incorrect part, which jammed in one wheel's brake caliper and induced the pilot's loss of directional co… the installation and subsequent failure of an incorrect part, which jammed in one wheel's brake caliper and induced the pilot's loss of directional control.
Aug 31, 2007	Reedley, CA	N1544K	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control on landing.
Aug 10, 2007	Mason County, TX	N71283	Incident	substantial	The loss of control as result of the collapsed right main landing gear during the landing roll. A contributing factor was the failure of the right ma… The loss of control as result of the collapsed right main landing gear during the landing roll. A contributing factor was the failure of the right main gear as result of corrosion.
Aug 03, 2007	Polson, MT	N45486	Incident	substantial	a flight control jam for undetermined reasons.
Jun 15, 2007	Columbia, IL	N2850K	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane, causing a ground loop, subsequent runway excursion, and left main gear collapse. … The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane, causing a ground loop, subsequent runway excursion, and left main gear collapse. Factors in the accident include the ground loop encountered and the depression.
May 06, 2007	Whitefield, NH	N1960B	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing. A factor in this accident was the crosswind condition.
Apr 15, 2007	Chippewa Falls, WI	N28428	Incident	substantial	The pilot intentionally leaving the airplane unoccupied during the engine start, which resulted in the unoccupied airplane traversing into a cornfield… The pilot intentionally leaving the airplane unoccupied during the engine start, which resulted in the unoccupied airplane traversing into a cornfield. A factor was the rough/uneven cornfield.
Apr 04, 2007	Ocala, FL	N882JB	Incident	substantial	The failure of the left main axle during the landing roll, which resulted in the collapse of the left main landing gear. A crosswind on the landing r… The failure of the left main axle during the landing roll, which resulted in the collapse of the left main landing gear. A crosswind on the landing runway was a factor.
Jan 15, 2007	El Paso, TX	N1190K	Incident	substantial	The pilot's foot becoming lodged behind the right rudder pedal which resulted in a loss of directional control during landing.
Nov 05, 2006	Wellsville, KS	N26324	Incident	substantial	A loss of engine power due to the ingestion of the number 2 intake valve into its cylinder. Contributing factors included the pilot allowing the airs… A loss of engine power due to the ingestion of the number 2 intake valve into its cylinder. Contributing factors included the pilot allowing the airspeed and altitude to drop, making a safe landing not possible.
Sep 10, 2006	Dodgeville, WI	N2020B	Incident	substantial	The pilot encountering unsuitable terrain during the precautionary landing. A factor was the ditch the pilot encountered.
Sep 03, 2006	Elwell, MI	N28403	Incident	substantial	The airplane nosed over as a result of the pilot's excessive braking after he failed to attain the proper touchdown point and failed to perform a go-a… The airplane nosed over as a result of the pilot's excessive braking after he failed to attain the proper touchdown point and failed to perform a go-around.
Jul 20, 2006	Willow, AK	N2438K	Incident	substantial	The pilot's misjudged distance/altitude during landing, which resulted in an undershoot and an in-flight collision with trees.
Aug 07, 2005	Otis Orchards, WA	N2094K	Incident	substantial	The pilot's loss of directional control as a result of excessive braking while landing, which resulted in the nose over.
Aug 02, 2005	Benson, AZ	N71780	Incident	substantial	the non-certificated pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
Jul 31, 2005	Sturtevant, WI	N1841B	Incident	substantial	The pilot not obtaining/maintaining airplane control during the aborted takeoff. A factor was the berm.
Jun 16, 2005	Orangeburg, SC	N37GH	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing roll.
May 31, 2005	Wagoner, OK	N28784	Incident	substantial	The pilots failure to maintain directional control during landing and attempted go-around.
Mar 06, 2005	Lexington, NC	N45524	Incident	substantial	The pilot's excessive braking during landing roll, which resulted in a nose-over. A factor was the tailwind.
Feb 21, 2005	Kapolei, HI	N2248B	Incident	substantial	the pilot's inadequate compensation for the quartering tailwind conditions, and his failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during lan… the pilot's inadequate compensation for the quartering tailwind conditions, and his failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing. Related factors were the tailwind and crosswind.
Feb 16, 2005	Brookhaven, MS	N39057	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind and his failure to maintain control of the airplane during landing, which resulted in the airplane ground… The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind and his failure to maintain control of the airplane during landing, which resulted in the airplane ground looping.
Nov 13, 2004	Redmond, OR	N1627B	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Also causal were the instructor's inadequate supervision and rem… The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Also causal were the instructor's inadequate supervision and remedial action. Factors include soft terrain just off the side of the runway.
Aug 27, 2004	Nampa, ID	N1983B	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Factors include the pilot's very low total time in this make and model ai… The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Factors include the pilot's very low total time in this make and model aircraft (one hour), and the soft terrain the aircraft encountered along the side of the runway.
Jul 04, 2004	Andover, NJ	N803B	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during approach. A factor was windshear.
Dec 18, 2003	SAN JOSE, CA	N1338B	Incident	substantial	the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll.

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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