How many accidents has the Luscombe 8F had?

The NTSB has recorded 38 events involving the Luscombe 8F: 3 fatal, 3 serious, 6 minor injuries, and 26 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Luscombe 8F a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Luscombe 8F has 38 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

Luscombe 8F Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 38 events recorded from 1982 to 2025.

All Events

Incidents

Minor

Serious

Fatal (4 fatalities)

Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
Oct 11, 2003	Murrieta, CA	N1918B	Minor	substantial	The pilot's inadequate evaluation of the weather which resulted in VFR flight into IMC, and his failure to maintain terrain clearance. Fog and rising… The pilot's inadequate evaluation of the weather which resulted in VFR flight into IMC, and his failure to maintain terrain clearance. Fog and rising terrain were contributing factors.
Feb 03, 2001	TOMBSTONE, AZ	N747MP	Minor	substantial	The pilot's lack of directional control on the landing roll, which resulted in a ground loop and inadvertent nose over.
Jan 13, 1995	WICKENBURG, AZ	N2183B	Minor	substantial	THE PILOT-RATED PASSENGER'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL OF THE AIRPLANE DURING THE TAKEOFF GROUND ROLL, AND THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S INADEQU… THE PILOT-RATED PASSENGER'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL OF THE AIRPLANE DURING THE TAKEOFF GROUND ROLL, AND THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S INADEQUATE SUPERVISION OF THE PILOT-RATED PASSENGER, WHO HAD SOLE ACCESS TO THE AIRPLANE'S BRAKES.
Jul 10, 1994	LEESBURG, VA	N1946X	Minor	substantial	The pilot's inadequate incompensation for wind conditions resulting in loss of directional control.
Jan 24, 1986	HALF MOON BAY, CA	N1507B	Minor	substantial	Investigation pending
Apr 25, 1982	ESSINGTON, PA	N1552B	Minor	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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