Naval Aircraft Factory N3N-3 Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 13 events recorded from 1983 to 2025.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 20, 1998 | SKULL VALLEY, AZ | N45053 | Serious (2) | destroyed | The pilot's failure to maintain control of the aircraft while maneuvering at a low altitude. |
| May 05, 1990 | MADERA, CA | N45184 | Serious (1) | destroyed |
THE PILOT INADVERTENTLY DESCENDING INTO THE GROUND. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE INFLIGHT OPENING OF THE HOPPER LID WHICH PARTIALLY OBSCURED T…THE PILOT INADVERTENTLY DESCENDING INTO THE GROUND. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE INFLIGHT OPENING OF THE HOPPER LID WHICH PARTIALLY OBSCURED THE PILOT'S VISION. |
| Aug 05, 1983 | LINCOLN, CA | N87697 | Serious (3) | — | 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.
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