Lancair 235 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 7 events recorded from 1989 to 2025.

7

All Events

4

Incidents

1

Minor

0

Serious

2

Fatal (4 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Jun 07, 2025 Pawhuska, OK N25DB Incident substantial The pilot’s failure to properly configure the airplane for landing.
Nov 28, 2023 Stuart, FL N235N Incident substantial A landing gear collapse due to a hydraulic fluid leak in the landing gear system.
Sep 25, 2020 Chester, CT N35FW Incident substantial The pilot's unstable approach, which resulted in a hard landing, and the separation of the left main landing gear.
Jul 26, 2003 Page, AZ N235WC Incident substantial
The pilot's misjudged landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing and his improper recovery from a bounced landing. Inadvertent entry into a porp…

The pilot's misjudged landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing and his improper recovery from a bounced landing. Inadvertent entry into a porpoise pilot-induced oscillation, and high density altitude were contributing factors.

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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