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
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.

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.

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.

May 06, 1986 WINCHESTER, TN N28138 Fatal substantial Investigation pending
Nov 18, 1984 ALLEN, TX N8222R Fatal (1) substantial Investigation pending
Nov 28, 1983 MOOSE, WY N107CB Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Sep 11, 1983 PROVINCETOWN, MA N28077 Fatal (3) 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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