How many accidents has the Piper PA16 had?

The NTSB has recorded 1 events involving the Piper PA16: 0 fatal, 0 serious, 0 minor injuries, and 1 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Piper PA16 a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Piper PA16 has 1 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

Piper PA16 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 1 events recorded from 2011 to 2011.

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Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
Sep 11, 2011	Muskegan, MI	N5383H	Incident	substantial	The pilot's loss of directional control during the takeoff roll and the flight instructor's inability to apply remedial action due to the opposite cor… The pilot's loss of directional control during the takeoff roll and the flight instructor's inability to apply remedial action due to the opposite corrective control inputs by the pilot.

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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