Vans Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 172 events recorded from 1988 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 02, 2016 | St-Mathieu-De-Beloeil, CA | C-FTUO | Fatal (1) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Jun 01, 2016 | Coex, FR | PH-EIL | Fatal (1) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| May 19, 2016 | Cordoba, AR | LV-X566 | Fatal (2) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| May 07, 2016 | Eckville, CA | C-GGYT | Fatal (1) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Apr 19, 2016 | Stevensville, MD | N276VA | Fatal (2) | substantial |
The pilot's failure to maintain airplane control during approach for landing in gusting crosswind conditions, which resulted in an exceedance of the a…The pilot's failure to maintain airplane control during approach for landing in gusting crosswind conditions, which resulted in an exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack and a subsequent aerodynamic stall. |
| Jun 07, 2015 | Zagreb, HR | 9A-DVM | Fatal (2) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| May 31, 2015 | Corropoli, IT | I-AMEL | Fatal (1) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Feb 23, 2014 | Tribune, KS | N7872 | Fatal (1) | substantial |
The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control while conducting high-g turns, which resulted in impact with terrain. Contributing to the accident wa…The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control while conducting high-g turns, which resulted in impact with terrain. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s improper decision to initiate the flight with a severe progressive neurological disorder that likely impaired his ability to safely operate the airplane. |
| Dec 10, 2011 | Surprise, AZ | N724WD | Fatal (1) | substantial | An electrical or engine electronic problem, which resulted in a loss of engine power, followed by a low-altitude stall. |
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.
Data source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database ·
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