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 11, 2017	Reno, NV	N301FW	Incident	substantial	The failure of the left main landing gear to fully extend for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination and testing did no… The failure of the left main landing gear to fully extend for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination and testing did not reveal any evidence of preimpact mechanical failures or malfunctions that would have precluded normal operation.
Jan 05, 2012	Las Vegas, NV	N104RM	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll.
Aug 22, 2011	Alpine, TX	N8076J	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s improper flare which resulted in a hard landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s improper decision to fly the airplane with a… The pilot’s improper flare which resulted in a hard landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s improper decision to fly the airplane with a known mechanical deficiency.
Nov 21, 2008	Middletown, OH	N3640D	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to verify that the landing gear was down and locked prior to landing.
Aug 02, 2007	Fort Lauderdale, FL	N60801	Incident	substantial	The total loss of power in one engine during approach, due to a fatigue fracture of the crankshaft.
Jul 26, 2004	Seattle, WA	N663W	Incident	substantial	The landing gear extention not performed by the pilot.
Aug 24, 1993	SAINT JAMES, MI	N479CB	Incident	substantial	IMPROPER PLANNING/DECISION BY THE PILOT. FACTORS RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: THE UNFAVORABLE WIND, AND HIGH OBSTRUCTIONS NEAR THE END OF THE RUNWAY… IMPROPER PLANNING/DECISION BY THE PILOT. FACTORS RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: THE UNFAVORABLE WIND, AND HIGH OBSTRUCTIONS NEAR THE END OF THE RUNWAY.
Jun 13, 1990	BRIGHAM CITY, UT	N3637F	Incident	substantial	THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO ATTAIN THE PROPER TOUCHDOWN POINT.
Feb 13, 1988	LOVELOCK, NV	N68915	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Nov 06, 1985	SYLACAUGA, AL	N601PC	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Aug 24, 1985	SAN ANGELO, TX	N8045J	Incident	destroyed	Investigation pending
May 31, 1985	VERO BEACH, FL	N63845	Incident	minor	Investigation pending
Mar 25, 1985	FORT MYERS, FL	N79CM	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Dec 27, 1984	KALAMAZOO, MI	N8060J	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Jun 05, 1984	LAS VEGAS, NV	N14NP	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Apr 04, 1984	PONTIAC, MI	N3645T	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Feb 03, 1984	BELLAIRE, MI	N6895D	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Jan 19, 1982	SOMERSET, PA	N8043J	Incident	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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