Socata TBM 700 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 46 events recorded from 1998 to 2026.

46

All Events

19

Incidents

6

Minor

1

Serious

20

Fatal (49 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Feb 05, 2026 Crockett, TX N313BP Minor destroyed Investigation pending
Feb 10, 2012 Madison, WI N850LM Minor substantial
The pilot’s failure to ensure that ice and snow were removed from the airplane’s surfaces during the preflight inspection, which resulted in an inadve…

The pilot’s failure to ensure that ice and snow were removed from the airplane’s surfaces during the preflight inspection, which resulted in an inadvertent aerodynamic stall after takeoff and loss of control of the airplane.

Oct 12, 2011 Hollywood, FL N37SV Minor substantial
The pilot’s failure to terminate the flight after observing multiple conflicting errors associated with the inaccurate right fuel quantity indication.…

The pilot’s failure to terminate the flight after observing multiple conflicting errors associated with the inaccurate right fuel quantity indication. Contributing to the accident were the total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation from the right tank, the inadequate manufacturing of the right fuel gauge electrical harness, and failure of maintenance personnel to recognize and evaluate the reason for the changing fuel level in the right fuel tank.

Dec 27, 2005 Lancaster, CA N198X Minor substantial
The student's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, and the instructor's inadequate supervision and delayed remedial action, which resulted in a stal…

The student's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, and the instructor's inadequate supervision and delayed remedial action, which resulted in a stall/mush.

Dec 15, 2000 HARRISBURG, IL N45PM Minor substantial
The pilot not attaining the proper glidepath on the instrument approach. The pilot's decision not to fly to an alternate airport and his decision to …

The pilot not attaining the proper glidepath on the instrument approach. The pilot's decision not to fly to an alternate airport and his decision to continue the approach in weather conditions below the published minimums were contributing factors.

Mar 14, 1998 TRUCKEE, CA N345RD Minor destroyed The failure of the pilot to maintain control of the aircraft due to spatial disorientation. A factor was the dark night.
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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