Piper PA-32R Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 547 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

547

All Events

245

Incidents

64

Minor

52

Serious

185

Fatal (416 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Jun 05, 2022 Gettysburg, SD N901BW Incident substantial An inadvertent hard landing by the pilot.
Jun 04, 2022 Spencer, VA N8429X Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to extend the landing gear before landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to use the landing checklist.
Mar 24, 2022 St. George, UT N111NW Serious (2) substantial The total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Dec 18, 2021 Bloomington, IN N5677V Fatal (1) destroyed
The pilot’s failure to follow the instrument landing system (ILS) course guidance, which resulted in the pilot’s loss of airplane control during the i…

The pilot’s failure to follow the instrument landing system (ILS) course guidance, which resulted in the pilot’s loss of airplane control during the instrument approach. Contributing to the accident was the presence of turbulence and low-level wind shear.

Oct 22, 2021 Walterboro, SC N1652H Fatal (1) destroyed The pilot’s inadequate fuel planning and fuel management, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.
Sep 15, 2021 Stanley, ID N529PE Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during landing with a gusting crosswind which, resulted in a hard landing and collision with terrain.
Apr 11, 2021 Troy, AL N299HP Incident substantial An unanticipated encounter with a deer shortly after touchdown, resulting in a collision and substantial damage to the airframe.
Apr 09, 2021 Stockbridge, GA N1664H Incident substantial
The flying pilot’s failure to configure the flaps for a short field takeoff and delayed decision to abort the takeoff, which resulted in a runway over…

The flying pilot’s failure to configure the flaps for a short field takeoff and delayed decision to abort the takeoff, which resulted in a runway overrun.

Mar 07, 2021 Brevard, NC N94GF Incident substantial
The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing, overstress fracture of components of the left main landing gear, and subsequent …

The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing, overstress fracture of components of the left main landing gear, and subsequent runway excursion.

Jan 12, 2021 Sparta, MI N35718 Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to maintain the proper glideslope during final approach, which resulted in contact with a snowbank at the approach end of the runw…

The pilot’s failure to maintain the proper glideslope during final approach, which resulted in contact with a snowbank at the approach end of the runway.

Apr 10, 2020 Angostura, NM N2112A Minor substantial The pilots precautionary off airport landing due to an undetermined engine issue.
Jan 13, 2019 Adrian, MI N8892E Minor substantial
The airframe and powerplant mechanic's lack of experience in the overhaul of the engine model and the improper torque of the crankshaft gear bolt, whi…

The airframe and powerplant mechanic's lack of experience in the overhaul of the engine model and the improper torque of the crankshaft gear bolt, which resulted in fatigue failure of the bolt and a total loss of engine power during an approach for landing.

Sep 26, 2018 Malad, ID N24BA Incident substantial
The pilot’s failure to identify that he was not utilizing the full runway for takeoff, and his delayed decision to abort the takeoff, which resulted i…

The pilot’s failure to identify that he was not utilizing the full runway for takeoff, and his delayed decision to abort the takeoff, which resulted in a runway overrun.

Jul 14, 2016 Ajdovscina, SI N710CC Fatal (4) destroyed Investigation pending
Oct 13, 2015 Salisbury, NC N300KG Incident substantial
The pilot's inadvertent switching of the fuel selector to the "off" position on final approach, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to …

The pilot's inadvertent switching of the fuel selector to the "off" position on final approach, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.

Jul 15, 2015 Varberg, SW SE-MCB Minor destroyed Investigation pending
May 08, 2015 Atlanta, GA N5802V Fatal (4) destroyed A partial loss of engine power due to contamination in the fuel manifold, which resulted in a collision with terrain shortly after takeoff.
Jul 16, 2014 North Captiva Island, FL N297AS Fatal (1) substantial
The pilot’s failure to secure the cargo in the cargo compartment, which resulted in a weight shift that led to the center of gravity exceeding its aft…

The pilot’s failure to secure the cargo in the cargo compartment, which resulted in a weight shift that led to the center of gravity exceeding its aft limit during a go-around attempt and a subsequent aerodynamic stall. Also causal to the accident were the pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection and his loading the airplane beyond the cargo compartment weight limit.

Apr 11, 2014 Hugheston, WV N39965 Fatal (2) destroyed The pilot's loss of airplane control while operating in instrument flight rules conditions.
Jan 26, 2014 Millen, GA N36086 Minor substantial
The pilot's failure to fully seat the fuel selector in the left tank position before takeoff, which resulted in fuel starvation and a subsequent loss …

The pilot's failure to fully seat the fuel selector in the left tank position before takeoff, which resulted in fuel starvation and a subsequent loss of engine power.

Jan 05, 2014 Margarita, VE YV20070 Incident minor <br /><br />
Nov 06, 2013 Kirksville, MO N408DM Fatal (2) destroyed
A loss of control due to spatial disorientation. Contributing to the accident were the private pilot's impairment due to a sedating antihistamine and …

A loss of control due to spatial disorientation. Contributing to the accident were the private pilot's impairment due to a sedating antihistamine and both pilots' fatigue.

Sep 08, 2013 Guntersville, AL N8362C Minor substantial
The improper installation of the engine magneto by unknown maintenance personnel, which resulted in the magneto separating from the engine and a subse…

The improper installation of the engine magneto by unknown maintenance personnel, which resulted in the magneto separating from the engine and a subsequent total loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's delay in proceeding directly to the nearest airport and his failure to prevent the automatic extension of the landing gear following the total loss of engine power, which resulted in a landing undershoot.

May 30, 2013 Lagunillas, MX N371HP Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
May 27, 2013 Macon, GA N4489F Fatal (2) destroyed
A total loss of engine power due to oil starvation for reasons that could not be determined due to extensive postcrash fire and heat damage to the eng…

A total loss of engine power due to oil starvation for reasons that could not be determined due to extensive postcrash fire and heat damage to the engine components.

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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