Kitfox IV Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 5 events recorded from 1996 to 2024.

5

All Events

2

Incidents

2

Minor

1

Serious

0

Fatal (0 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
May 04, 2023 Gretna, NE N440RS Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from terrain during a turn immediately after takeoff.
Sep 24, 2021 Ozark, AR N161JB Incident substantial
The pilot’s inability to maintain altitude after the airplane encountered a downdraft while he intentionally flew at a low-altitude during a practice …

The pilot’s inability to maintain altitude after the airplane encountered a downdraft while he intentionally flew at a low-altitude during a practice for a short-takeoff-and-landing flight competition.

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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