How many accidents has the Pitts S1S had?

The NTSB has recorded 9 events involving the Pitts S1S: 2 fatal, 0 serious, 2 minor injuries, and 5 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Pitts S1S a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Pitts S1S has 9 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

Pitts S1S Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 9 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

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Incidents

Minor

Serious

Fatal (2 fatalities)

Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
Mar 04, 2023	Trenque Lauquen, OF	LX-X768	Fatal (1)	destroyed	Investigation pending
Aug 26, 2022	Shobdon, UK	G-BOXV	Fatal (1)	destroyed	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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