Sonex SONEX Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 2 events recorded from 2014 to 2020.

2

All Events

0

Incidents

1

Minor

0

Serious

1

Fatal (1 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Jun 03, 2020 NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FL N187PB Minor substantial The pilot failed to maintain an adequate airspeed while on final approach and impacted terrain.
Oct 20, 2014 Fawnskin, CA N91922 Fatal (1) substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed after takeoff, which resulted in an exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack and a subsequent ae…

The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed after takeoff, which resulted in an exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack and a subsequent aerodynamic stall/spin at low altitude. Contributing to the accident was the airplane's reduced climb performance due to a carbon-fouled engine cylinder, the airplane's lack of wheel pants and fairings, and the high density altitude conditions.

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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