North American AT-6 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 68 events recorded from 1982 to 2023.

68

All Events

43

Incidents

9

Minor

3

Serious

13

Fatal (18 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
Jul 29, 2023 Oshkosh, WI N49961 Fatal (2) destroyed
The pilot’s failure to maintain airspeed while maneuvering, which resulted in the exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack and an aerodyn…

The pilot’s failure to maintain airspeed while maneuvering, which resulted in the exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack and an aerodynamic stall/spin.

Jul 02, 2010 Destin, FL N92778 Fatal (2) substantial
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and spin. Contributing to the accident was…

The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and spin. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's improper decision to perform the maneuvers at a low altitude and over water.

Oct 15, 2005 Mocksville, NC N494S Fatal (1) destroyed
The pilot's improper fuel management resulting in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation and an in-flight collision with trees and the gr…

The pilot's improper fuel management resulting in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation and an in-flight collision with trees and the ground.

Sep 29, 2002 Circleville, OH N29930 Fatal (1) destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during the course reversal, which resulted in an inadvertent stall/spin.
Jul 18, 2002 Albany, TX N42BA Fatal (1) destroyed The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control.
Nov 03, 1995 RICHVALE, CA N1049A Fatal (1) destroyed the attempt by the pilot to execute an aerobatic maneuver with inadequate altitude to effect recovery before impacting terrain.
Apr 21, 1995 SEBASTIAN, FL N319DR Fatal (2) destroyed The failure of the pilot-in-command to maintain airspeed while maneuvering for a forced landing following loss of engine power.
Jul 01, 1990 BUFFALO, NY N44ZZ Fatal (1) destroyed LOSS OF CONTROL IN FLIGHT DUE TO PHYSICAL IMPAIRMENT. FACTORS RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: THE PILOTS USE OF AN OVER THE COUNTER ANTIHISTAMINE.
Jun 17, 1989 EARLE, AR N3931S Fatal (1) destroyed
THE PILOT'S IMPROPER PLANNING/DECISION AND OVER CONFIDENCE IN HIS FLYING ABILITY, WHICH RESULTED IN A LOSS OF CONTROL, WHILE MANEUVERING AT LOW ALTITU…

THE PILOT'S IMPROPER PLANNING/DECISION AND OVER CONFIDENCE IN HIS FLYING ABILITY, WHICH RESULTED IN A LOSS OF CONTROL, WHILE MANEUVERING AT LOW ALTITUDE. THE PILOT'S INADEQUATE ALTITUDE AND AIRPEED WERE CONSIDERED TO BE CONTRIBUTING FACTORS.

Aug 15, 1986 REDCLIFF, CO N9813C Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Apr 21, 1984 CYPRESS, TX N10605 Fatal (2) destroyed Investigation pending
Aug 02, 1983 MUSKEGON, MI N29938 Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Jun 03, 1983 WESTFIELD, MA N5286N Fatal (1) 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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