Rutan Long-EZ Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 7 events recorded from 1983 to 2025.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 20, 2025 | Long Beach, CA | N8183K | Serious (1) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| May 01, 2025 | Tucson, AZ | N433EZ | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Feb 01, 2025 | Sparta, IL | N88LE | Incident | destroyed | An onboard fire for unknown reasons. |
| Sep 05, 2023 | Bullhead City, AZ | N58JB | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s improper flair resulting in a hard landing. |
| Nov 27, 2022 | Mountain Green, UT | N379W | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s flight into a valley with rising terrain that the airplane was incapable of out-climbing. |
| Jun 14, 1986 | CEDAR HILL, TX | N23RY | Serious (1) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Jun 25, 1983 | CORNING, CA | N1695H | Incident | substantial | 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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