How many accidents has the Stinson 108-1 had?

The NTSB has recorded 90 events involving the Stinson 108-1: 7 fatal, 5 serious, 9 minor injuries, and 69 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Stinson 108-1 a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Stinson 108-1 has 90 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

Stinson 108-1 Safety Record

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

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Serious

Fatal (10 fatalities)

Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
Jul 25, 2021	Bozeman, MT	N8844K	Minor	substantial	The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing which resulted in a ground loop.
Mar 07, 2003	ELOY, AZ	N8344K	Minor	substantial	a loss of engine power caused by the fatigue failure of the number 4 cylinder exhaust valve.
Jun 21, 2000	MOUNTAIN HOME, ID	N8865K	Minor	substantial	The pilot's decision to takeoff in unfavorable weather conditions without first calculating takeoff performance data. Factors include gusty winds, dow… The pilot's decision to takeoff in unfavorable weather conditions without first calculating takeoff performance data. Factors include gusty winds, downdrafts, terrain-induced turbulence, and rough/uneven terrain where the pilot elected to make the precautionary landing.
May 10, 1998	SALT LAKE CITY, UT	N8178K	Minor	destroyed	The pilot's inadequate compensation for winds while taxing. A factor was gusty, high wind conditions.
Jul 03, 1993	CULPEPER, VA	N9014K	Minor	substantial	THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL DURING LANDING ROLLOUT. A FACTOR RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT INCLUDE A DITCH.
Dec 22, 1991	LONGMONT, CO	N97962	Minor	destroyed	A LOSS OF ENGINE POWER DUE TO FOULED SPARK PLUGS. THE INADEQUATE MAINTENANCE OF THE ENGINE WAS A FACTOR IN THE ACCIDENT.
Aug 04, 1991	ELWOOD, IN	N8619K	Minor	substantial	A PREMATURE LIFT-OFF WHICH RESULTED IN A MUSH/STALL. A FACTOR RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WAS LACK OF TOTAL EXPERIENCE IN TYPE OF OPERATION.
Aug 04, 1988	ST. CHARLES, MI	N97797	Minor	destroyed	Investigation pending
Jun 21, 1987	BIG SANDY LAKE, MN	N40161	Minor	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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