Stinson 108-2 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 89 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

89

All Events

51

Incidents

14

Minor

16

Serious

8

Fatal (15 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Dec 05, 2012 Halfway, MO N8775K Minor substantial
The pilot's failure to properly maintain the airplane and engine, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to improperly installed magnetos …

The pilot's failure to properly maintain the airplane and engine, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to improperly installed magnetos and a broken camshaft.

Jul 05, 2011 Columbia, CA N9351K Minor substantial
The airplane’s failure to climb at a sufficient rate to clear trees and terrain beyond the end of the runway for reasons that could not be determined …

The airplane’s failure to climb at a sufficient rate to clear trees and terrain beyond the end of the runway for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.

Aug 03, 2009 Salt Lake City, UT N373C Minor substantial A total loss of engine power during cruise flight due to the failure of the crankshaft gear.
Sep 08, 2007 Port Townsend, WA N228C Minor substantial
The pilot's failure to adequately compensate for a wind conditions and maintain directional control during the touchdown and a subsequent aborted land…

The pilot's failure to adequately compensate for a wind conditions and maintain directional control during the touchdown and a subsequent aborted landing attempt.

Aug 22, 2003 Camilla, GA N936D Minor substantial The malfunction (locking) of the left brake piston during the landing roll, which resulted in a loss of control and subsequent nose over.
Jul 10, 2002 Lincoln Park, NJ N390C Minor substantial
The pilot's failure to abort the takeoff when diminished performance was noted. A factor was carburetor icing, accumulated before the takeoff attempt…

The pilot's failure to abort the takeoff when diminished performance was noted. A factor was carburetor icing, accumulated before the takeoff attempt.

Nov 08, 1998 RAINIER, WA N9755K Minor substantial The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from objects in the approach path. Factors include the marked wires near the end of the runway.
Apr 09, 1990 HUDSON, NY N9741K Minor substantial
THE PILOTS IMPROPER OPERATION OF THE FLIGHT CONTROLS WHICH RESULTED IN THE LOSS OF CONTROL OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL OF THE AIRPLANE DURING A TOUCH AND G…

THE PILOTS IMPROPER OPERATION OF THE FLIGHT CONTROLS WHICH RESULTED IN THE LOSS OF CONTROL OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL OF THE AIRPLANE DURING A TOUCH AND GO LANDING. FACTORS RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WERE THE PILOT'S LACK OF TOTAL EXPERIENCE.

Dec 06, 1984 CHINO, CA N426C Minor substantial Investigation pending
Sep 22, 1984 CAIRN MOUNTAIN, AK N8028K Minor substantial Investigation pending
Jun 19, 1983 LAYTONSVILLE, MD N9673K Minor substantial Investigation pending
Apr 25, 1983 GREENCASTLE, IN N9703K Minor destroyed Investigation pending
Mar 30, 1983 ASPEN, CO N434C Minor substantial Investigation pending
Jan 21, 1983 YUCCA VALLEY, CA N9923K Minor 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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