Stinson 108-1 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 90 events recorded from 1982 to 2023.

90

All Events

69

Incidents

9

Minor

5

Serious

7

Fatal (10 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Oct 23, 2008 Concrete, WA N97946 Fatal (1) substantial
The loss of engine power during initial climb due to the pilot's improper exhaust system maintenance, which resulted in restriction of the carburetor'…

The loss of engine power during initial climb due to the pilot's improper exhaust system maintenance, which resulted in restriction of the carburetor's air intake.

Dec 12, 2002 Frankenmuth, MI N8469K Fatal (1) destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed which resulted in an inadvertent stall.
May 07, 1998 TOLEDO, WA N8659K Fatal (1) substantial Partial loss of power for undetermined reasons.
May 21, 1993 BRIGHAM CITY, UT N8589K Fatal (1) destroyed
THE PREMATURE LIFTOFF BY THE PIC AND HIS FAILURE TO ATTAIN PROPER RATE OF CLIMB. FACTORS RELATING TO THE ACCIDENT WERE THE GUSTY CROSSWIND WEATHER CO…

THE PREMATURE LIFTOFF BY THE PIC AND HIS FAILURE TO ATTAIN PROPER RATE OF CLIMB. FACTORS RELATING TO THE ACCIDENT WERE THE GUSTY CROSSWIND WEATHER CONDITIONS, THE FAILURE OF THE PIC TO USE ALL AVAILABLE RUNWAY, AND TRANSMISSION WIRES.

Sep 08, 1990 GALLUP, NM N8631K Fatal (3) destroyed THE PILOT INADVERTENTLY STALLING HIS AIRCRAFT AT AN INSUFFICIENT ALTITUDE TO EFFECT A RECOVERY. A FACTOR WAS HIGH DENSITY ATTITUDE.
Apr 27, 1986 GRANGEVILLE, ID N8165K Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Jan 05, 1984 VASHON, WA N97016 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.
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