Republic RC-3 Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 29 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 15, 2012 | Cedar Bluff, AL | N6072K | Fatal (1) | substantial | The pilot's failure to see and avoid power lines during final approach to landing. |
| Aug 23, 1999 | CHIMACUM, WA | N6070K | Fatal (2) | destroyed |
The inadequate visual lookout by both the pilot-in-command and second pilot, and the pilot-in-command's failure to maintain sufficient flying speed to…The inadequate visual lookout by both the pilot-in-command and second pilot, and the pilot-in-command's failure to maintain sufficient flying speed to prevent a stall condition. Contributing factors were the transmission lines, gusty wind conditions, and the pilot-in-command's lack of total experience in type of aircraft. |
| May 25, 1996 | KETCHIKAN, AK | N99FJ | Fatal (2) | destroyed | the airplane crashed for undetermined reason(s). |
| Jun 16, 1985 | EVELETH, MN | N6121K | 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.
Data source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database ·
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