Bellanca 17-31ATC Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 24 events recorded from 1982 to 2024.

24

All Events

13

Incidents

2

Minor

1

Serious

8

Fatal (17 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Apr 29, 2024 El Cajon, CA N8800V Minor substantial
Maintenance personnel’s improper installation of an engine-driven vacuum pump, which resulted in oil starvation to the engine and a subsequent total l…

Maintenance personnel’s improper installation of an engine-driven vacuum pump, which resulted in oil starvation to the engine and a subsequent total loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was the A&P IA’s lack of supervision.

Jun 11, 2011 Ukiah, OR N79BF Fatal (3) substantial
The non-instrument-rated pilot's decision to conduct a visual flight rules flight over mountainous terrain into a region covered by clouds, which like…

The non-instrument-rated pilot's decision to conduct a visual flight rules flight over mountainous terrain into a region covered by clouds, which likely resulted in spatial disorientation and subsequent loss of airplane control.

Jun 19, 2009 Roosevelt, UT N14797 Incident substantial
The retraction of the left main landing gear due to the failure of the extension and retraction actuator arm attach bolt. Contributing to the accident…

The retraction of the left main landing gear due to the failure of the extension and retraction actuator arm attach bolt. Contributing to the accident was the failure of maintenance personnel to discover the extensive elongation of the actuator attach fitting bolt hole during past annual inspections.

Mar 06, 2009 Bakersfield, CA N4134B Incident substantial The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing.
Nov 14, 2004 Sewanee, TN N4088B Incident substantial
The pilot's improper flare during landing, which resulted in the overload and collapse of the nose landing gear and subsequent on-ground loss of contr…

The pilot's improper flare during landing, which resulted in the overload and collapse of the nose landing gear and subsequent on-ground loss of control of the airplane (aircraft control not possible) and collision with a parked airplane.

Jun 07, 2000 DEL RIO, TX N39827 Incident substantial The separation of the #3 connecting rod, piston, and cylinder. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
Dec 01, 1996 FITZGERALD, GA N123SS Fatal (3) substantial
A loss of engine power due to the blockage of the intake manifold of the induction air system, by the broken alternate air door, and the loss of aircr…

A loss of engine power due to the blockage of the intake manifold of the induction air system, by the broken alternate air door, and the loss of aircraft control for undetermined reasons.

Oct 26, 1996 LUBBOCK, TX N444TL Incident substantial the pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind. A factor was the crosswind.
Jul 23, 1995 HICO, TX N500BT Incident substantial THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO ATTAIN THE PROPER TOUCHDOWN POINT AND THE DELAYED GO-AROUND.
Jun 30, 1993 JACKSON HOLE, WY N127WZ Minor substantial THE PILOT'S SELECTION OF AN EMPTY FUEL TANK, AND FUEL STARVATION. FACTORS INCLUDE ROUGH/UNEVEN TERRAIN.
Nov 09, 1992 DUBLIN, TX N39883 Fatal (2) destroyed
IMPROPER IFR OPERATION BY THE PILOT BY DESCENDING UNDER INSTRUMENT METEOROLOGICAL CONDITIONS BELOW THE MINIMUM ALTITUDE AND THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAI…

IMPROPER IFR OPERATION BY THE PILOT BY DESCENDING UNDER INSTRUMENT METEOROLOGICAL CONDITIONS BELOW THE MINIMUM ALTITUDE AND THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE AIRPLANE WHILE MANEUVERING FOR A LANDING. FACTORS WHICH CONTRIBUTED TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: PILOT FATIGUE AND ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS.

Oct 03, 1992 ELKO, NV N33317 Fatal (3) destroyed
THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO OBTAIN AN ADEQUATE PREFLIGHT WEATHER BRIEIFING AND THE PILOT'S DECISION TO CONTINUE FLIGHT INTO FORECAST ADVERSE WEATHER C…

THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO OBTAIN AN ADEQUATE PREFLIGHT WEATHER BRIEIFING AND THE PILOT'S DECISION TO CONTINUE FLIGHT INTO FORECAST ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE PREVAILING ICING, CLOUDS, AND RAIN WEATHER CONDITIONS.

Jul 12, 1990 DENTON, TX N39870 Serious (2) substantial THE PILOT FAILURES TO PROPERLY IN STALL A OIL LINE WHICH RESULTED IN A COMPLETE LOSS OF ENGINE POWER AFTER THE OIL SUPPLY WAS EXHAUSTED.
Mar 06, 1989 FULLERTON, CA N777ML Incident substantial THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL DURING THE LANDING ROLL.
Oct 06, 1987 WAMEGO, KS N8786V Incident substantial Investigation pending
May 06, 1986 WINCHESTER, TN N28138 Fatal substantial Investigation pending
Nov 18, 1984 ALLEN, TX N8222R Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Aug 16, 1984 ANTIGO, WI N4001B Incident destroyed Investigation pending
Apr 24, 1984 ROCKSPRINGS, TX N39815 Incident substantial Investigation pending
Apr 04, 1984 GALLUP, NM N4166B Incident substantial Investigation pending
Nov 28, 1983 MOOSE, WY N107CB Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Nov 14, 1983 CRESTED BUTTE, CO N14780 Incident substantial Investigation pending
Sep 11, 1983 PROVINCETOWN, MA N28077 Fatal (3) destroyed Investigation pending
May 09, 1982 WALSH, CO N4050B Incident 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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