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
Jun 17, 2007 Washington, NC N267C Serious (1) destroyed A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the proximity of trees.
Oct 21, 2004 Indian River, MI N425C Serious (1) substantial
Loss of engine power during initial climb after takeoff for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the unsuitable terrain for a forced landi…

Loss of engine power during initial climb after takeoff for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the unsuitable terrain for a forced landing encountered by the pilot and the airplane's low altitude at the time engine power was lost.

May 31, 2004 Susanville, CA N9816K Serious (2) substantial
the pilot's failure to perform a proper preflight inspection of the airplane and ensure that the oil cap was secured, which resulted in a descent into…

the pilot's failure to perform a proper preflight inspection of the airplane and ensure that the oil cap was secured, which resulted in a descent into terrain due to his obstructed view out of the windshield.

Apr 14, 1999 KENAI, AK N221C Serious (1) substantial The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions. A factor associated with the accident was high winds.
Nov 26, 1995 SOUTHBRIDGE, MA N344C Serious (1) substantial fatigue failure of the engine crankshaft.
Jul 28, 1995 DEER PARK, WA N40191 Serious (2) substantial A LOSS OF ENGINE POWER FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS. A FACTOR IN THE ACCIDENT WAS THE PILOT'S LACK OF PROFICIENCY IN WHEEL-LANDINGS.
Jan 14, 1995 ROANOKE, TX N9734K Serious (2) substantial LOSS OF ENGINE POWER FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS. A FACTOR WAS THE LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN FOR THE FORCED LANDING.
May 12, 1992 OLATHE, KS N9694K Serious (1) substantial THE IN FLIGHT SEPARATION OF THE PROPELLER TIP. AN ASSOCIATED FACTOR IS THE ROUGH AND UNEVEN TERRAIN.
Mar 07, 1989 CUSTER, SD N150C Serious (1) substantial
THE IMPROPER MAINTENANCE BY THE PILOT IN COMMAND/OWNER IN THAT THE MAGNETO DRIVE GEAR RETAINING NUTS WERE NOT SAFETIED WHICH RESULTED IN THEM BACKING …

THE IMPROPER MAINTENANCE BY THE PILOT IN COMMAND/OWNER IN THAT THE MAGNETO DRIVE GEAR RETAINING NUTS WERE NOT SAFETIED WHICH RESULTED IN THEM BACKING OFF, DISCONNECTING THE MAGNETOES AND ONE OF THE GEARS FALLING INTO THE ENGINE.

May 27, 1988 AVON, OH N8563K Serious (1) substantial Investigation pending
Oct 12, 1987 WAKEENEY, KS N448C Serious (1) substantial Investigation pending
May 22, 1987 HUNTERSVILLE, NC N9796K Serious (1) substantial Investigation pending
Mar 11, 1986 LA CONNER, WA N388C Serious (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Jul 02, 1985 LEWISBURG, WV N9818K Serious (1) substantial Investigation pending
Sep 14, 1983 QUILCENE, WA N9408K Serious (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Sep 22, 1982 CHADRON, NE N225C Serious (1) 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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