How many accidents has the North American AT-6A had?

The NTSB has recorded 4 events involving the North American AT-6A: 1 fatal, 0 serious, 1 minor injuries, and 2 incidents with no injuries.

Is the North American AT-6A a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The North American AT-6A has 4 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

North American AT-6A Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 4 events recorded from 1982 to 2003.

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Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
Jan 04, 2003	Melbourne, FL	N57318	Incident	substantial	The failure of the pilot of the North American AT6A, N57318 to maintain a proper visual lookout while taxiing, which resulted in him impacting the rea… The failure of the pilot of the North American AT6A, N57318 to maintain a proper visual lookout while taxiing, which resulted in him impacting the rear of the Cessna 172K, N522F.
Aug 07, 1987	ENGLEWOOD, CO	N90629	Incident	substantial	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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