How many accidents has the Piper A had?

The NTSB has recorded 42 events involving the Piper A: 15 fatal, 2 serious, 7 minor injuries, and 18 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Piper A a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Piper A has 42 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

Piper A Safety Record

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

All Events

Incidents

Minor

Serious

Fatal (38 fatalities)

Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
Mar 14, 2024	Grass Valley, CA	N1SS	Minor	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control in a gusting wind condition.
Jul 02, 2021	Wichita, KS	N10HK	Minor	substantial	The pilot’s improper fuel planning and management, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Nov 23, 1993	CAMPECHE, MX	N32RG	Minor	destroyed	Investigation pending
Nov 26, 1985	NORTH ADAMS, MA	N6LQ	Minor	destroyed	Investigation pending
May 31, 1984	TETERBORO, NJ	N8208J	Minor	minor	Investigation pending
Jan 05, 1984	SALT LAKE CITY, UT	N234AD	Minor	substantial	Investigation pending
Apr 13, 1982	TETERSBORO, NJ	N6896T	Minor	substantial	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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Piper A Safety Record

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