Lancair IV Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 11 events recorded from 2002 to 2025.

11

All Events

4

Incidents

4

Minor

1

Serious

2

Fatal (5 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Apr 10, 2022 Leicester, MA N7KJ Incident substantial A separation of the window from the airframe for undetermined reasons.
Feb 10, 2019 Laramie, WY N549CJ Incident substantial An environmental stress cracking failure of the acrylic windshield, which resulted in a rapid decompression during cruise flight.
May 12, 2017 Grenaa, DA SE-XRU Incident substantial Investigation pending
Sep 02, 2003 Manassas, VA N789HS Incident substantial
The pilot's failure to follow the published takeoff procedures for the make and model airplane and his failure to maintain directional control during …

The pilot's failure to follow the published takeoff procedures for the make and model airplane and his failure to maintain directional control during takeoff.

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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