Luscombe Safety Record

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

433

All Events

258

Incidents

82

Minor

41

Serious

52

Fatal (76 fatalities)
Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Feb 26, 2000 SELMA, CA N1544K Incident substantial The failure and separation of the right landing gear axle during taxi from landing for undetermined reasons.
Dec 26, 1999 GUALALA, CA N45886 Incident substantial The student pilot's failure to attain and maintain an adequate airspeed, which resulted in a stall/mush and a collision with the ground.
Jun 26, 1999 NAMPA, ID N1895B Incident substantial Directional control was not maintained. Diverted attention was a factor.
Jun 04, 1999 NEW IBERIA, LA N2680K Incident substantial The pilot's inadvertent ground loop.
Apr 06, 1999 FAIRBANKS, AK N39091 Incident substantial The pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point on the runway. Factors in the accident were snow showers and snow-covered terrain.
Mar 29, 1999 ADA, OK N1212B Incident substantial The pilot's excessive application of the wheel brakes.
Mar 27, 1999 DAHLONEGA, GA N1766K Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff.
Jan 19, 1999 SCHAUMBURG, IL N2197B Incident substantial
the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane. A factor associated with the accident was the snowbank which the airplane contac…

the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane. A factor associated with the accident was the snowbank which the airplane contacted.
Jan 07, 1999 PALMETTO, FL N1231K Incident substantial
The failure of the wheel fairing attach bolts that resulted in the loss of control during the landing roll when the fairing became lodged under the le…

The failure of the wheel fairing attach bolts that resulted in the loss of control during the landing roll when the fairing became lodged under the left wheel.
Nov 05, 1998 CALDWELL, NJ N2619K Incident substantial The pilot-in-command's failure to maintain directional control resulting in a ground-loop.
Jul 01, 1998 CHILLICOTHE, MO N71306 Incident substantial
the improper use of the engine starting procedure. Factors contributing to the accident were the pilot in command's lack of recent experience, the ai…

the improper use of the engine starting procedure. Factors contributing to the accident were the pilot in command's lack of recent experience, the aircraft not being tied down, the utility pole and guy wire.
May 27, 1998 PAXSON, AK N1322B Incident substantial
A loss of engine power due to a failure of the engine's number 3 intake valve. A factor in the accident was the unsuitable terrain for a forced landi…

A loss of engine power due to a failure of the engine's number 3 intake valve. A factor in the accident was the unsuitable terrain for a forced landing.
May 02, 1998 AUBURN, CA N2435K Incident substantial The pilot's improper use of carburetor heat and the rough/uneven (furrowed) terrain. A contributing factor was carburetor icing conditions.
Mar 21, 1998 JEFFERSONVILLE, IN N2648K Incident substantial the pilot's failure to maintain directional control. The crosswind was a factor.
Dec 02, 1997 GRASS VALLEY, CA N2591K Incident substantial the pilot's inadvertent activation of the aircraft brakes during the landing rollout.
Nov 04, 1997 BOISE, ID N1895B Incident substantial
The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control due to excessive taxispeed. Pressure perceived by the student pilot to expedite clearing…

The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control due to excessive taxispeed. Pressure perceived by the student pilot to expedite clearing the runway after landing in order to facilitate an aircraft departure was a contributing factor.
Jul 03, 1997 SEMINOLE, TX N71381 Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate compensation for the existing wind conditions. A factor was the prevailing quartering tailwind.
Jun 15, 1997 NEW TOWN, PA N1894B Incident substantial The pilot's improper fuel management, which resulted in an intermittent fuel supply, and a loss of engine power.
Jun 10, 1997 CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA N1750K Incident substantial The left main landing gear collapsed due to corrosion.
Apr 15, 1997 WAUTOMA, WI N26SH Incident substantial the pilot's improper use of the throttle. Factors were a crosswind and soft terrain.
Mar 22, 1997 ARLINGTON, WA N1184K Incident substantial
Landing long (improper touchdown point) and collapse of the main landing gear during an intentional swerve or groundloop. Factors include excessive a…

Landing long (improper touchdown point) and collapse of the main landing gear during an intentional swerve or groundloop. Factors include excessive airspeed on approach.
Feb 22, 1997 MORGAN, UT N77947 Incident substantial Disconnection of the mixture control wire wound cable sheath. A factor was the abrupt, elevated edge of the highway pavement.
Dec 11, 1996 ARDMORE, OK N77974 Incident substantial The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the pilot to execute the forced landing.
Nov 29, 1996 FLOYDADA, TX N1907K Incident substantial The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind during landing. Factors were the crosswind and the locked left main wheel brake.
Nov 24, 1996 CHARLOTTE, NC N1378K Incident substantial failure of the pilot maintain directional control of the aircraft, while landing. The proximity of trees was a related factor.
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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