Rans Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 92 events recorded from 1992 to 2025.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 27, 2025 | Fairfield, UT | N327KM | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Aug 10, 2024 | Morris, IL | N348CW | Incident | substantial | The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control and the flight instructors delayed remedial action while landing with a gusty crosswind. |
| Apr 30, 2024 | Hemet, CA | N92NP | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing with a crosswind. |
| Apr 24, 2024 | Emporia, KS | N16148 | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain control during the landing flare. |
| May 10, 2023 | Creswell, OR | N468MM | Incident | substantial | A total loss of engine power caused by fatigue cracking and fracture of the crankshaft due to severe wear of the bearings. |
| Aug 16, 2022 | Bountiful, UT | N578CR | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s improper landing flare and subsequent loss of airplane control during a go-around when the airplane stalled and collided with the ground. |
| Nov 10, 2021 | Felton, OF | G-MYDK | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Apr 03, 2021 | Toledo, SP | EC-YZE | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jul 12, 2020 | Richland, WA | N644RS | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's inability to arrest a descent rate or maintain altitude after encountering a downdraft while maneuvering at low altitude near mountainous …The pilot's inability to arrest a descent rate or maintain altitude after encountering a downdraft while maneuvering at low altitude near mountainous terrain that resulted in a hard landing. |
| Jan 16, 2020 | Titusville, FL | N73KA | Incident | substantial | A total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on available evidence. |
| Nov 15, 2019 | West Liberty, KY | N831RS | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's failure to verify that the engine oil tank contained adequate oil for the cross-country flight, which resulted in a total loss of engine p…The pilot's failure to verify that the engine oil tank contained adequate oil for the cross-country flight, which resulted in a total loss of engine power as a result of lack of lubrication. Contributing to the accident was the incorrect oil consumption information listed in the pilot operating handbook. |
| Dec 16, 2018 | McClure, OH | N3165V | Incident | substantial |
The cold seizure of the cylinder/piston due to the pilot’s failure to adequately warm the engine before takeoff, which resulted in a loss of engine po…The cold seizure of the cylinder/piston due to the pilot’s failure to adequately warm the engine before takeoff, which resulted in a loss of engine power during a departure climb. |
| Oct 21, 2015 | Gerlach, NV | N272X | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's failure to maintain pitch and airspeed control, in conjunction with full flaps, while maneuvering at a low altitude, resulting in a tail-s…The pilot's failure to maintain pitch and airspeed control, in conjunction with full flaps, while maneuvering at a low altitude, resulting in a tail-stall and subsequent impact with the ground. |
| Jun 03, 2015 | Sharpsville, IN | N51120 | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff, which resulted in a collision with a building. |
| Aug 12, 2014 | Cambaie, Reunion Island, FR | 974-GL | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Aug 01, 2014 | Fort Bridger, WY | N116GS | Incident | substantial |
The fuel flow divider inlet line’s B-nut coming loose during takeoff, resulting in a total loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was the …The fuel flow divider inlet line’s B-nut coming loose during takeoff, resulting in a total loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to adequately tighten the B-nut during recent maintenance. |
| Sep 29, 2013 | Hatley, WI | N817RV | Incident | substantial | The pilot did not maintain control of the airplane while landing with a crosswind. |
| Jul 10, 2011 | Cubero, NM | N377JG | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to attain rotation speed prior to takeoff. |
| Apr 16, 2011 | Marana, AZ | N107JL | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's failure to conduct an adequate preflight inspection, which resulted in a loss of engine coolant during climb due to an unsecured tank cap.…The pilot's failure to conduct an adequate preflight inspection, which resulted in a loss of engine coolant during climb due to an unsecured tank cap. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to use available engine power to ensure a landing on an appropriate surface. |
| May 01, 2009 | Atomic City, ID | N4272M | Incident | substantial | A loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's inadequate fuel management. |
| Feb 23, 2008 | Lakeville, MN | N215LY | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control and his inadequate compensation for the crosswind conditions. Factors included the pilot's lack o…The pilot's failure to maintain directional control and his inadequate compensation for the crosswind conditions. Factors included the pilot's lack of experience in the make and model of the airplane and the crosswind gust. |
| May 30, 1998 | DELANO, CA | N6179A | Incident | substantial | The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions, failure to maintain directional control, and his failure to maintain aircraft control |
| Sep 09, 1996 | ANCHORAGE, AK | N4012H | Incident | substantial |
the pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing and failure to maintain control of the aircraft. A factor relatated to the accident was: the pil…the pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing and failure to maintain control of the aircraft. A factor relatated to the accident was: the pilot's improper decision to continue the flight after he identified he was having difficulty landing the airplane. |
| Apr 22, 1996 | BAYOU LA BATRE, AL | N5144X | Incident | substantial | the pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions. The gusty/crosswind condition was a related factor. |
| Dec 13, 1993 | RIVERSIDE, CA | N7844E | Incident | substantial | the pilot incorrectly selecting the wrong fuel valve and the subsequent engine failure due to fuel starvation. |