How many accidents has the Ryan Navion had?

The NTSB has recorded 70 events involving the Ryan Navion: 13 fatal, 14 serious, 16 minor injuries, and 27 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Ryan Navion a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Ryan Navion has 70 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

Ryan Navion Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 70 events recorded from 1982 to 2024.

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Fatal (26 fatalities)

Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
Oct 19, 2024	Belleville, IL	N2341	Incident	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during the takeoff.
Jul 27, 2019	Chicago, IL	N27AW	Incident	substantial	The failure of the left main landing gear upper side brace assembly during landing due to reverse bending fatigue as a result of the incomplete penetr… The failure of the left main landing gear upper side brace assembly during landing due to reverse bending fatigue as a result of the incomplete penetration of the circumferential weld during initial production of the component.
May 21, 2018	Jasper, AL	N4356K	Incident	minor	The other pilot's failure to maintain clearance from another airplane in the formation flight due to sun glare.
Sep 27, 2016	Hurt, VA	N5327K	Incident	substantial	Incorrect installation of the oil temperature probe and an inadequate annual inspection that failed to detect leaking oil around the loose probe, whic… Incorrect installation of the oil temperature probe and an inadequate annual inspection that failed to detect leaking oil around the loose probe, which resulted in a catastrophic engine failure due to oil starvation.
Aug 10, 2014	Fresno, CA	N4533K	Incident	substantial	A partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have … A partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
Mar 15, 2013	Broomfield, CO	N4276K	Incident	substantial	The pilot's inadequate preflight planning and decision to take off at a high density altitude and in gusting wind conditions.
Aug 16, 2010	Fort Myers, FL	N5382K	Incident	substantial	The binding of the trim wheel on the instrument panel and the pilot’s improper decision to depart with a known mechanical deficiency.
Sep 20, 2009	Fire Island, NY	N4467K	Incident	substantial	A total loss of engine power during cruise flight due to fuel starvation as a result of a deteriorated fuel gasket.
Jan 19, 2009	Three Forks, MT	N4443K	Incident	substantial	A total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's inadequate fuel system management. Contributing to the accident were th… A total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's inadequate fuel system management. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's diverted attention and failure to perform the prelanding checklist.
Jan 23, 2007	Marco Island, FL	N4456K	Incident	substantial	A reported loss of engine power shortly after takeoff for undetermined reasons.
Nov 12, 2006	Riverside, CA	N5348K	Incident	substantial	A leak in the fuel selector valve and gascolator that resulted in fuel starvation on takeoff due to air leakage into the fuel system. A contributing … A leak in the fuel selector valve and gascolator that resulted in fuel starvation on takeoff due to air leakage into the fuel system. A contributing factor in the accident was the inadequate annual inspection performed by other maintenance personnel.
Dec 10, 2005	Los Angeles, CA	N4403K	Incident	substantial	the pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from a parked vehicle.
Sep 14, 2005	Lake Geneva, WI	N2401T	Incident	substantial	The loss of engine power due to water contamination of the fuel and the pilot's inadequate preflight. A factor was the fence.
Jul 05, 2001	Palm Beach, FL	N5265K	Incident	substantial	Loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Jun 17, 1999	KLAMATH FALLS, OR	N870DR	Incident	substantial	The pilot's failure to reinstall the engine oil filler cap during preflight, resulting in engine oil loss and the necessity for an immediate landing.
Oct 20, 1998	EAST MORICHES, NY	N4529K	Incident	substantial	The student pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed and the certified flight instructor's inadequate supervision.
Mar 09, 1997	MARINA, CA	N4969K	Incident	substantial	Fuel exhaustion due to the pilot's improper preflight inspection and his inaccurate fuel consumption calculations.
Mar 06, 1997	HUDSON, CO	N800PS	Incident	substantial	A total power loss due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection of the airplane and its fuel system. Factors inc… A total power loss due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection of the airplane and its fuel system. Factors include: the pilot's failure to refuel the airplane, the improper fuel tank selector position that would not allow fuel transfer from the fuselage tank to the wing tanks, and the rough, uneven, and soft terrain on which the forced landing was made.
Mar 28, 1996	KENT, WA	N4826K	Incident	substantial	the pilot's attempted operation with known deficiencies in the equipment, and a loose fuel system fitting. The pilot's failure to maintain maintenanc… the pilot's attempted operation with known deficiencies in the equipment, and a loose fuel system fitting. The pilot's failure to maintain maintenance service on the airplane was a factor.
May 21, 1993	CUMBERLAND, RI	N4467K	Incident	substantial	LOSS OF ENGINE POWER DUE TO UNDETERMINED REASONS. A FACTOR RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WAS ROUGH AND UNEVEN TERRAIN.
Sep 01, 1991	CHELAN, WA	N4111K	Incident	substantial	POOR IN FLIGHT PLANNING/DECISION BY THE PILOT IN COMMAND. FACTORS TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: DOWN DRAFTS, PROPER ALIGNMENT WAS NOT MAINTAINED AND INADEQUAT… POOR IN FLIGHT PLANNING/DECISION BY THE PILOT IN COMMAND. FACTORS TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: DOWN DRAFTS, PROPER ALIGNMENT WAS NOT MAINTAINED AND INADEQUATE REMEDIAL ACTION.
Feb 03, 1991	LAKE CITY, FL	N4154K	Incident	substantial	IN-FLIGHT ENCOUNTER WITH WIND SHEAR WHILE ON SHORT FINAL RESULTING IN A HARD LANDING.
Apr 29, 1990	DENISON, TX	N4442K	Incident	substantial	PILOT'S ATTEMPTED TAKEOFF WITH CONDITIONS IN EXCESS OF THE AIRPLANE'S PERFORMANCE CAPABILITIES. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE HIGH DENSITY ALTI… PILOT'S ATTEMPTED TAKEOFF WITH CONDITIONS IN EXCESS OF THE AIRPLANE'S PERFORMANCE CAPABILITIES. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE HIGH DENSITY ALTITUDE AND THE UPHILL RUNWAY.
Nov 19, 1988	VERO BEACH, FL	N5422K	Incident	substantial	Investigation pending
Nov 14, 1988	LANE, IL	N91411	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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