Vans Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 172 events recorded from 1988 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 14, 2019 | Wall, SD | N277E | Minor | substantial |
The pilot's improper decision to depart from a slush-covered runway, which resulted in a loss of directional control, a runway excursion, and a subseq…The pilot's improper decision to depart from a slush-covered runway, which resulted in a loss of directional control, a runway excursion, and a subsequent nose-over. |
| Aug 23, 2018 | Spring Branch, TX | N110DV | Minor | substantial |
The pilot's failure to maintain the proper glidepath and his subsequent abrupt maneuver to avoid trees, which led to the exceedance of the airplane's …The pilot's failure to maintain the proper glidepath and his subsequent abrupt maneuver to avoid trees, which led to the exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack and resulted in an aerodynamic stall during landing and a subsequent loss of directional control. |
| Jun 07, 2018 | Butler, PA | N7765X | Minor | substantial |
The pilot's improper decision to fly the airplane with a known engine problem and his improper modification of the engine control unit fuel delivery s…The pilot's improper decision to fly the airplane with a known engine problem and his improper modification of the engine control unit fuel delivery software, which led to the engine running too lean and resulted in a total loss of engine power during climb. |
| May 19, 2018 | Hanover Park, IL | N667AZ | Minor | substantial | A partial loss of engine power shortly after takeoff due to water contamination of the fuel system. |
| Mar 21, 2015 | Green Valley, AZ | N811KM | Minor | substantial | The total loss of engine power during initial climb due to the disconnection of both fuel pump power wires. |
| Feb 10, 2015 | Belfair, WA | N513BW | Minor | substantial |
A total loss of engine power during cruise flight due to the fatigue failure of the engine crankshaft. Contributing to the accident was the unapproved…A total loss of engine power during cruise flight due to the fatigue failure of the engine crankshaft. Contributing to the accident was the unapproved repair and improper inspection of the engine crankshaft. |
| Sep 16, 2007 | Vernon, TX | N729CM | Minor | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane while landing. A contributing factor was the prevailing tailwind. |
| Apr 05, 1999 | CEDAR CREEK, NC | N239RB | Minor | substantial | The soft runway surface. |
| Jul 27, 1988 | WALKER, MN | N9WL | Minor | substantial | Investigation pending |