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 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.
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.
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
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 14, 1983 CRESTED BUTTE, CO N14780 Incident substantial 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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